Ikimono KokuhoLiving Treasures of Japan
National Natural Monument
Birds

Koeyoshi (long-crowing chicken)

Gallus gallus

Photo: 桜田守宏 at Japanese Wikipedia / Public domain / Wikimedia Commons

As its name suggests, the Koeyoshi is one of Japan's long-crowing breeds, with a beautiful, carrying voice. Its long, drawn-out crow is enjoyed and has been maintained alongside the tradition of comparing crowing. It is conserved as a chicken breed developed in Japan.

Scientific name
Gallus gallus
Group
Birds(Native breed)
日本語
声良鶏
简体中文
声良鸡

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Yes. The Koeyoshi (long-crowing chicken) is protected as a Natural Monument (1 national and 0 prefectural designations). Each designated site is listed under "Natural Monuments related to the Koeyoshi (long-crowing chicken)" on this page.

You can see the Koeyoshi (long-crowing chicken) at Kurume City Bird Center, among others (confirmed on each facility's official website on 2026-10-15).

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