Yifeng Native Chicken

Last updated 2026-11-10 — Yifeng Native Chicken is a dual-purpose breed used for both meat and eggs. It has a petite and delicate body, short legs, and slender feet. Its feathers are tightly packed, glossy, and come in a variety of bright and vibrant colors. The chicken has an elegant and noble appearance, with a lively temperament that exudes a sense of liveliness and intelligence. Adult roosters typically weigh between 4 to 5 jin (approximately 2–2.5 kg), with a distinctly U-shaped body posture. They have a single comb that is bright red, thick, and upright, with an average of 9 pointed tips. The comb hangs down generously, featuring two small lobes beneath each ear and two large ones under the beak. Both the comb and wattles are a vivid shade of red. The feathers come in various bright and eye-catching colors, and the bird has well-developed covert feathers. Adult hens weigh around 3 jin (approximately 1.5 kg), also exhibit a distinct U-shaped body, and possess a single, thin, and relatively small comb that sometimes tilts to one side. Their wattles are small and bright red, and their feathers are similarly colorful. Their beaks are yellowish-black, and their leg color varies, including shades of yellow, bluish-green, black, and white. Their lower legs may either have feathers or be bare, but all have four toes (three in front and one behind); adult roosters may have an additional toe, totaling five. A hen typically lays about 130 to 150 eggs per year. The meat of the Yifeng Native Chicken is tender, delicate, and aromatic when cooked, filling the kitchen with fragrance. The broth is rich and topped with a thick layer of golden chicken oil, making it highly nutritious. Locally in Yifeng, this chicken is often gifted to pregnant women, new mothers, the elderly, and children as a nourishing delicacy. It is considered a premium tonic suitable for people of all ages and genders.