Australian Pit Game Chicken Breed – Origin, Traits & Facts

Australian Pit Game

The Australian Pit Game is a breed of chicken, developed in Australia in the early 1900s for cockfighting by British soldiers stationed in New South Wales.

Habitat

The Australian Pit Game is adapted to live in a variety of environments as long as they are provided with adequate shelter. They are typically found in rural and suburban areas throughout Australia. These birds prefer environments where they can roam freely and forage.

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Characteristics

Size50-60 cm

Wing Span75-85 cm

Male Weight3 kg

Female Weight2.5 kg

Life Expectancy7 years

Ease of Keeping

Beginner friendly: 3/5

Useful to know

The Australian Pit Game was originally bred for cockfighting, which is now illegal. However, today, it is often kept for exhibition purposes. It is known for its courage and agility.

Behaviour

TemperamentAggressive

FlightinessHigh

Foraging AbilityGood

Confinement Tolerance

Australian Pit Games prefer open spaces and may not tolerate confinement well. They are active birds and require plenty of room to roam and forage for food. If confined, they need enrichment to keep them occupied and prevent boredom.

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