Japanese Bantam Chicken Breed Profile
The Chabo, also known in many parts of the world as the Japanese Bantam, is a breed of chicken native to Japan. It is a legitimate bantam breed, which means there is no standard-size counterpart. The word “Chabo” means bantam, dwarf, or miniature in Japanese.
Japanese Bantam Characteristics
The Chabo is a breed of miniature chicken with a large crest, extremely short legs, and an elegantly arched tail. It has a large, upright tail that slopes forward on the body creating a V-shaped appearance. The wings are large and in combination with its short legs, they make the wings touch the ground. Its legs are yellow.
Chabo’s crest and earlobes are generally large in roosters and medium-sized in chickens. And they are bright red. Its unique crest shows us five well-defined points that are sta...