What is this "wild" exotic chicken breed and can she be domesticated?

[Kristina R]

Hi! So the property we live on used to be a chicken farm. Exotic breeds. When they moved all of the chickens were left in the forest. Many years ago. This mama and her babies has been visiting lately. Is her breed distinguishable? Black mostly with that pretty shimmery green hue in the sunlight. Also, has anyone had success keeping "wild" chickens? Stories appreciated! We have 4 hens and not sure if they'd ever get to the point of living all together? Thanks

 

[cmfarm]

Maybe some kind of game mix

 

[CountryFlock]

Black Old English Game Bantam

Maybe instead of black, dun? I can’t tell.

 

[Gray Farms]

Feral chickens are almost always games or mixed games. They are basically wild birds now. They can be penned up but won't tame down and will escape any chance they get.

 

[Kristina R]

Feral chickens are almost always games or mixed games. They are basically wild birds now. They can be penned up but won't tame down and will escape any chance they get.[/Quote Ah I was wondering. Thank you that is good to know!

 

[Gray Farms]

Glad to help.

 

[AuntieWeasel]

Pretty bird. Gray Farms is probably right, but I would probably try to tame them anyway. Maybe not pen them up at first, but feed them and see if they calm down at all. Food is like chicken magic.