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National Natural Monument
Birds
Satsuma Chicken (Satsumadori)
Gallus gallus domesticus
The Satsuma Chicken is a large chicken developed in Kagoshima Prefecture, known for its imposing build and stance. It is said to have been favored for cockfighting in the days of the Satsuma domain. It is designated as a Natural Monument as a uniquely Japanese breed reflecting Kyushu's chicken culture.
- Scientific name
- Gallus gallus domesticus
- Group
- Birds（Native breed）
- Prefectures
- Kagoshima
- 日本語
- 薩摩鶏
- 简体中文
- 萨摩鸡
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Designated as a species without a fixed area. Markers show related prefectures.
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The Satsuma Chicken (Satsumadori) is designated as a species without a fixed area and lives in places such as Kagoshima.
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