Totenko Chicken

東天紅鶏 · Toutenkou

Designated by: National / Natural Monument
Designation type: Species (Native breed)
Designated on: September 3, 1936
Prefectures: Kochi
Scientific name: Gallus gallus domesticus

Designation facts (name, date, location) are compiled from public records by Japanese authorities.

About the Toutenko (long-crowing chicken)

The Toutenko is a long-crowing chicken developed in Kochi Prefecture, whose roosters crow for more than ten seconds at a time. Its lingering call is its signature and has made it a favorite ornamental bird. It is preserved with its culture as a breed created in Japan.

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Designated as a species without a fixed area. Markers show related prefectures.

Frequently asked questions

Totenko Chicken is a National Natural Monument of Japan (Kochi). The Toutenko is a long-crowing chicken developed in Kochi Prefecture, whose…

The Totenko Chicken is designated as a species without a fixed area and lives in places such as Kochi.

When observing, follow local rules, keep your distance and never feed the animals. Capturing or harming Natural Monuments is prohibited under Japan's Act on Protection of Cultural Properties.