Saravanan, R.Thirunavukkarasu, D.Amutha, R.TANUVAS2019-05-062019-05-062018-12http://krishikosh.egranth.ac.in/handle/1/5810101980TNV_NCNCP_Dec2018_74-75The 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.en-USVeterinary SciencePoultry ScienceOther