Bawangling Hill Chicken

Bawangling Hill Chicken

The Bawangling Hill Chicken is a product with geographical indication status.

　　The Bawangling Hill Chicken originates from the deep mountain forests of Bawangling. It was developed through long-term domestication and selective breeding from wild red junglefowl. This breed features strong adaptability and disease resistance, high survival rates, and low feed consumption. It is commonly raised through either conventional confined methods or free-range farming. The meat of the Bawangling Hill Chicken is firm, fragrant, and has a unique flavor, making it widely loved by consumers. It is a unique livestock breed resource in our county.

　　Nutritional Value of Bawangling Hill Chicken:

　　The Bawangling Hill Chicken is raised by local farmers around Bawangling in a free-range environment among mountain orchards. As such, the chickens drink water from nearby mountain springs and consume a variety of local plants and insects, resulting in higher nutritional value. This is mainly reflected in the following aspects:

　　1. Compared to commercially raised broiler chickens, the meat of the Bawangling Hill Chicken is firmer, with a more balanced muscle structure and nutritional composition. The chicken is rich in protein, trace elements, and various nutrients, while containing relatively low fat content. It holds significant health benefits for humans and is a preferred type of meat among Chinese people. It belongs to the category of high-protein meats.

　　2. The Bawangling Hill Chicken contains abundant amino acids, which play a very important role in the human body. Amino acids are the most basic substances that make up human body proteins and are closely related to life activities. They are the fundamental units that form protein molecules in organisms and are essential materials for life, closely tied to human physiological functions. These nutrients in the meat of the Bawangling Hill Chicken are of great importance for human growth and development.

　　3. The skin of the Bawangling Hill Chicken’s meat is rich in gelatinous protein, which can be quickly absorbed and utilized by the human body. It is an excellent form of collagen. When cooking the chicken, one can notice the difference in meat texture between the Bawangling Hill Chicken and market-bought chicken. The Bawangling Hill Chicken can serve as a nourishing food. In the past, postpartum women would eat soup made with local chicken to aid recovery, and today it remains a great choice for convalescent diets. Regular consumption of Bawangling Hill Chicken can enhance physical strength and boost the immune system. There are many ways to prepare Bawangling Hill Chicken, including stewing, grilling, and air-drying. Regardless of the method used, its nutritional value is much higher than that of market-bought chickens. It is truly green and pollution-free food.

　　Bawangling Hill Chicken

　　Meat Product

　　Geographic Range

　　The geographical indication protection area for the Bawangling Hill Chicken covers Qicha Town in Changjiang County, Hainan Province. Its geographic coordinates are between 109°01′ to 109°02′ east longitude and 19°6′ to 19°11′ north latitude. The region spans 20.4 kilometers from north to south, with a total area of 259 square kilometers. Within this zone, the population of Bawangling Hill Chickens exceeds 100,000.

　　Product Quality and Characteristic Features

　　1. External Sensory Characteristics: The Bawangling Hill Chicken is small and stocky, similar in size to a domestic chicken. Its feathers lie tightly against the body, giving it a well-proportioned build. It has a delicate head, usually with a single red comb, though some have a pea comb or feathered crest. The beak is black, and the eyes are large and bright. The dominant color is yellow, but brown and gray variations also exist. Male chickens have a fleshy crest on the top of the head and wattles under the throat. The bare areas of the face, chin, throat, and neck are light red. Their legs and feet are black, with some featuring black with yellow hues.