Phenotypic Performance of the Indigenous Chirunkothu Chickens (Gallus Gallu5) in Kolli Hills Area of Tamil Nadu
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Date
2018-12
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TANUVAS, Chennai
Abstract
The tribals of Kolli hills rear "Chirunkothu chicken" for subsistence purpose under backyard
poultry farming system. This bird plays an important role in meeting out protein requirements and food security of households. This activity engages the tribal women members of the households. Chirunkothu chicken are self propagating and are known for their adaptability, disease resistance, sturdiness and the ability to thrive on low plane of nutrition. In kolli hills, the
birds meet out the major portion of feed requirement through grazing of agricultural fields and
community land.
Description
TNV_NCNCP_Dec2018_74-75
Keywords
Veterinary Science, Poultry Science