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Cockerel
Where does the Cockerel live?
Cockerels live in different parts of the world, depending on the breed and origin of the chicken.
Some of the most common places where cockerels live are:
Southeast Asia: This is where the chicken (Gallus domesticus) was domesticated from the red junglefowl, a wild bird that still lives in the forests of India, China, and Southeast Asia.
Some of the breeds that originated from this region are the Ayam Cemani, the Silkie, and the Serama.Europe: Chickens were introduced to Europe by the Romans, who valued them for their meat, eggs, and religious significance.
Some of the oldest and most distinctive breeds of cockerels in Europe are the Dorking, the Faverolles, and the Orpington.America: Chickens were brought to America by the Spanish and Portuguese explorers, who also introduced them to other parts of the world.
Among the breeds that developed in America are the Red Rhode Islander, the Plymouth and the Leghorn.
They have a social hierarchy, called the pecking order, that determines their access to food, water, and mates.
The dominant cockerel is called the alpha, and he is the leader of the flock.
He crows at dawn to announce his presence and territory, and he protects the hens from predators and rivals.
The cockerel also mates with the hens and fertilizes their eggs.
These birds need a sheltered and secure place to live, such as a coop, a barn, or a shed.
They also need a perch to sleep on at night, which is called roosting.
Cockerels like to have access to an outdoor area, where they can scratch, peck, and dust-bathe.
Example of the color palette for the image of Cockerel
![Palette with colors: Prussian blue, Olive Drab and Celadon Picture with primary colors of Prussian blue, Olive Drab, Celadon, Bright cerulean and Jasper](/images/cockerel/colorful-rooster-standing.webp)
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What does the Cockerel look like?
A cockerel is a young male chicken
Less than a year old in age
He has a bright red comb on his head
And a colorful plumage on his back
He likes to crow at the break of dawn
To announce the start of a new day
He is proud and brave and sometimes fights
With other cockerels for his way
Example of the color palette for the image of Cockerel
![Palette with colors: Dark electric blue, Onyx and Glitter Picture with primary colors of Dark electric blue, Onyx, Glitter, Pale copper and Carolina blue](/images/cockerel/close-up-of-a-rooster.webp)
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