Chabo (Japanese Bantam)
Gallus gallus
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The Chabo is a small chicken with very short legs, a puffed-out chest and a high-held tail. Its charming look has made it a popular ornamental bird for centuries. A leading example of Japan's pet chickens, it is known abroad as the Japanese Bantam.
- Scientific name
- Gallus gallus
- Group
- Birds（Native breed）
- 日本語
- 矮鶏
- 简体中文
- 矮鸡（日本矮脚鸡）
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You can see the Chabo (Japanese Bantam) at Edogawa Natural Zoo, Hamura Zoo (Hinotonton Zoo), among others (confirmed on each facility's official website on 2026-10-15).
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