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Among the many varieties of roosters with the most varied colors, individuals with black plumage stand out. This color looks bright and impressive, and the black rooster itself immediately catches the eye of the observer. Since ancient times, this color has been associated with mysticism and dark forces among people, therefore black animals and birds have long been endowed with special properties, played an important role in legends and rituals. Common, variegated or multi-colored roosters have never received such attention.
Those wishing to purchase an unusual bird should know that the black variety of roosters is quite common. So there is plenty to choose from.
Black cock
The types of roosters (hens) are divided into the following types:
- meat, meat-egg and egg;
- fighting (sports);
- decorative (these may include representatives of the two previous types).
It also happens that the breed is not officially recognized as decorative, but the owners of the individuals appreciate and breed it precisely because of its appearance. This often applies to a black rooster - a stately bird with a contrasting red comb looks irresistible. What kind of black cocks are there? Below is a small overview of the most interesting breeds.
Fighting breeds of roosters
The parade is headed by a black cock of the Indonesian breed. It is one of the oldest species and, without a doubt, the blackest.
Ayam Cemani (Indonesia)
The first mentions of such an amazing species appeared 800 years ago.
These birds are completely black: even the crest, beak, eyes and legs. In addition, their internal organs and bones are also black. Only blood is red. If any individual acquires a deviation from such a strict color, it is removed from reproduction.
Ayam cemani
The breed is considered decorative, egg and fighting, practically not used for food. In Asia, they are given some mystical properties. For example, there is a sign that the crowing of the Ayam Tsemani rooster brings good luck to its owners.
Ayam Tsemani cannot stand the cold at all. They differ in fearfulness, which is associated with their origin. The native habitat of birds is the jungle. Therefore, there must be bushes on the walk so that the Indonesian handsome man can hide if necessary. The rooster's weight is small - 2 kg.
Dakan rooster (Central Asia)
The breed is one of the most ancient. Another name for the species is kulangi.
Description: The color is black, as well as salmon and light brown. The color of the legs is from light yellow to dark brown. The plumage is dense and hard. The comb is red; the roosters have no earrings and lobes.
The rooster has a strongly pronounced vertical fit of a strong body, long powerful legs with sharp spurs. The neck is long and sinewy. The eyes are bright orange, the beak is short, sharp and curved inward. Weight up to 4.5 kg.
Dakan rooster
The character is aggressive. The traditional distribution zone is Central Asia. The purebred Dakan rooster is prized for its exceptional fighting qualities, but is also recognized as decorative.
Sumatra (Indonesia)
An ancient breed, it is a fighting and decorative breed. The main color is black with a burgundy or greenish tint. There are also black and white and gray Sumatra roosters.
The legs are a unique distinguishing feature of the species: roosters have sharp double or triple spurs. The color of the "face" is also unusual - it wears a purple hue.
Sumatra
Legs are dark gray. The beak is dark. The rooster's comb is small, red.
This Indonesian rooster weighs up to 3.5 kg.
Sumatra is not advised to be kept in a mixed flock, the birds are aggressive.
Russian Oryol breed
At the same time it is considered meat and egg, decorative and fighting. The species originates from Persia, but is named after Count A.G. Orlov, who was engaged in breeding fighting breeds in Russia. In Russia, the breed was widespread in the 19th century.
A purebred rooster of this breed is now very rare. Reaches a mass over 3.6 kg.
There are seven main colors: black, white, black-tailed, red, mahogany, speckled and cuckoo.
Others
In addition to those listed, among the fighting breeds, black color can have:
- Shamo;
- Madagascar bare-necked;
- Pavlovsk chickens;
- Langshan;
- Dominants;
- Hamburg;
- Modern English fighting;
- Fur-legged bantams.
Meat and egg types of roosters
Barbesier (France)
A purebred rooster is characterized by solid black plumage with a greenish tint, dark brown eyes, dark gray legs.
A large red comb with curly sharp teeth, long earrings and white lobes are distinguished.
Barbezier rooster weighs up to 6 kg, height 70 cm. Egg and meat species in terms of productivity.
Galan (Russian black bearded)
A very rare breed (meat and egg), which was widespread in Russia in the 19th century. In America, the Russian stately was called.
A unique appearance is created thanks to the lush beard that reaches the edges of the cheeks.
The color is strictly black with a green tint, the comb is pink, the earrings are red, the eyes are reddish-brown. Large beak curved downwards, black or dark gray. The plumage is abundant, dense. Weighs up to 3.6 kg.
Spanish Black White Face
The first mentions of this species date back to the 16th century. The plumage is only black.
Individuals have a unique appearance due to the white "face" and long white hanging lobes. The comb is red.
Spanish Black White Face
The breed belongs to the egg type. The rooster is gaining weight up to 3.5 kg.
Australorp (Australia)
Widespread type, meat and egg. The classic color of plumage is black with green and purple tints, dark eyes, gray legs.
Varieties with white and blue colors have recently appeared. The rooster weighs 3.5 kg.
Jersey Giant (America)
Bred at the beginning of the 20th century. Weight up to 7 kg. Meat and egg type.
The color is black with a greenish tint, the legs are black or gray. Initially, it is the black view that is displayed. Then came the options for ash blue and white.
Jersey giant
Moscow black breed
The color of a thoroughbred rooster can be either completely black, or with the addition of red or copper-red feathers in the upper body.
Weighs 2.1-3.5 kg. Meat and egg type for economic purposes.
Dutch white-crested breed
Differs in a unique appearance - instead of a comb, the head is decorated with a lush tuft of white feathers.
The rest of the plumage is completely black, the legs are dark gray.
The cockerel weighs up to 2.5 kg.This is an egg-decorative breed.
Dutch white-crested breed
Javanese breed (North America)
The first mention dates back to 1835. The type of meat, belongs to the endangered.
The main color is agate black, sometimes speckled - with white blotches on the tips of the feathers. The Javanese rooster weighs up to 4.5 kg.
Minorca
The breed is egg-based in terms of productivity. But it is also divorced as decorative. In the 19th century, it was brought from Spain to England for breeding work.
The plumage is black with a greenish tint. The breed is distinguished by a large figured comb with high and wide 5-7 teeth. Long earrings and large white lobes are also characteristic. The Minorca rooster looks elegant - the legs are high, the body is not massive, the tail is fluffy. Weighs up to 3.5 kg.
There are varieties with white and fawn color.
Castilian black
A kind related to the Minorca. Outwardly, the rocks are similar. Rooster weight up to 3 kg.
Others
In addition to the above, they may be black:
- Maran;
- Orpington;
- Cochinhin;
- Brahma;
- Shaver;
- Hairless chickens;
- La flush;
- Penaedeenka;
- Star.
Decorative views
Krevker
Bred in Normandy in the 17th century. Currently, only decorative purpose remains.
The color is coal black with a green tint. The appearance is adorned by a lush fan-shaped tuft and a V-shaped small comb in red. Weighs within 3.5 kg.
Krevker
Rosecomb
The decorative species began to be bred in the 15th century in England. Primary colors: black, white, blue. Cockerels weigh up to 1.5 kg.
A distinctive feature of the breed is a large pinkish comb, reminiscent of a rose flower. The lobes are white.
Polish chicken
A beautiful view is undoubtedly considered decorative. Introduced to Poland in the 12-13th century, but most likely from Asia.
The two main varieties are white and black.
An easily recognizable external feature is a lush and large crest. It makes the birds uncomfortable to watch. The crest can have different colors depending on the color of the plumage. The crest is V-shaped, small, almost invisible because of the crest. Weight reaches 2.6 kg.
Useful tips for owners and those who want to buy
It is important to ensure that the rooster does not freeze the comb and catkins. Species sensitive to cold should be allowed to walk in winter with caution, grease the comb and earrings with goose and lard.
Regarding appearance: if the rooster likes to wallow in the dust, it is recommended to make a bedding of straw, sawdust and hay. You can put baths with wood ash and sand in a 1: 1 ratio.
Birds that cannot cope with other species cannot be kept in a mixed flock.
Males of aggressive breeds must be kept separately. Otherwise, they will constantly fight among themselves.
Procedures that are unpleasant for birds are best done in the evening, when they are getting ready for bed.
Those wishing to purchase an unusual rooster should know that the breeding characteristics are more related to the breed, but not the color. In domestic realities, it is quite possible to keep a handsome, stately and cheerful chicken coop owner.
