 PHOTO: KENNETH W. FINK |
PHOTO: KENNETH W. FINK |
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A fine-looking bird of typical junglefowl shape, the Ceylon or La Fayette's is distinguished, especially in the cock bird, by its striking red lappets with a large interior yellow patch.
They come only from Sri Lanka and are found from sea level up to 6,000 feet (1,800 meters) wherever sufficient cover exists. They have received insufficient avicultural attention but are more susceptible to cold in winter than the Red Junglefowl. The hens are reasonably prolific layers of beautiful eggs with very small brown spots. As with all the junglefowl, the eggs hatch well. Their apparent ease of rearing can delude aviculturists into thinking they are a little easier to maintain over a period of time than is the case. |
| Avicultural Notes | |
| Minimum aviary size | 150 sq. ft. (14 m2) |
| Status in captivity | Rare |
| Full adult plumage | Second year |
| Egg clutch size | 2 - 4 eggs |
| Incubation Period | 20 - 21 days |
| Feeding Habits | As for poultry |