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Ayam Pelung or Pelung Chicken (Pelung long crower) is a poultry breed fromCianjur,Indonesia. The males (roosters) are considered to be "singing chickens", with contests being frequent in the Pelung area for the most melodious crowing. A full grown male may weigh3-6 kg (7-14 lb) and stand up to50 cm (18 in) tall. A full grown female may weigh2-4 kg (5-9 lb)
According to local myth, in 1850 H. Djarkasih (Mamak Acih), who was a local chicken hobbyist, teacher, and farmer in Bunikasih Village,Cianjur, Indonesia, found a young male chick in his garden and raised it. It matured quickly and uttered a long and melodious crow. Mamah Acih called it Ayam Pelung.[1]
The Ayam Pelung is known for its large size and straight posture. A full-grown cock will reach 11-13 lbs and a hen 8 lbs. Their large size and quick growth rate makes them good broiler chickens.
The Ayam Pelung grows very quickly compared with most other domestic poultry breeds..[2]
Ayam Pelung chickens have very long crowing.