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Chickens in Egypt

The chicken (Gallus gallus domesticus) is a subspecies of the red junglefowl (Gallus gallus) domesticated by humans. Among the most widespread and common of domesticated animals worldwide, it has been a staple of the human diet for millennia.

History

5th century BCE

By the 5th century BCE, chickens had been domesticated for their eggs. They were also a source of leather, which was used to craft armors. The roosters were aggressive, attacking anyone in their sight if present during a violent altercation.[1]

1st century BCE

During the 1st century BCE chickens were kept by Egyptians living in the rural countryside, where they were used as a source of food and feathers.[2]

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