Snow

Chicken · Hen

The bright white hen who's always cheerful and in the sunshine.

About Me

Brrr, hello! I'm Snow! I'm the whitest, brightest chicken in the coop — my feathers are as white as fresh snow on a winter morning. I'm a friendly, cheerful hen who loves attention and being around people. I'm the opposite of Midnight — I'm out in the open, in the sunshine, looking dazzling! My bright white feathers make me easy to spot, so you'll have no trouble finding me. I love to chat with visitors (in chicken language, of course) and I'm always happy to pose for photos. Come visit me on a sunny day and watch my feathers sparkle!

My Personality

Snow is the cheerful, friendly, and outgoing hen of the flock. She's always in the sunshine, always visible, and always happy to see visitors. She's social with both humans and other chickens. She has a bright, sunny personality that matches her bright white feathers. She's one of the most approachable chickens in the coop.

Quick Facts

Sex

Female ♀

Breed

Hen

Age

Birthday

Favorite Snack

Leafy greens

Favorite Activity

Sunbathing and chatting

Fun Nickname

The Snow Angel

Weight

Height

My Favorite Treats

Leafy greens, cracked corn, and small pieces of melon. She loves any treat she can share with her flock mates!

How to Interact With Me

Snow is friendly and cheerful! She's often out in the open and easy to spot because of her bright white feathers. She enjoys being observed and will sometimes 'chat' with visitors in chicken sounds. She's gentle and approachable — a great first chicken to meet!

Safety Tips

Snow is very gentle and friendly. She's approachable and not aggressive. Please still approach her calmly — don't chase or grab her. Gentle observation is best. Don't feed her without asking a farm helper first!

Did You Know?

White feathers reflect sunlight, which helps chickens stay cool in hot weather!

About the Hen

Native Country

Worldwide

Lifespan

5-8 years

Diet

Grain, seeds, insects, and vegetables

Conservation Status

Common

Chickens are descendants of the wild red junglefowl from Southeast Asia, domesticated over 8,000 years ago. White-feathered chickens are popular on farms because their clean appearance makes them easy to spot and their feathers don't show dirt as much as darker colors. Chickens keep themselves clean by taking 'dust baths' — they roll in dirt to remove oil and parasites from their feathers! A chicken's feathers provide insulation, keeping them warm in winter and cool in summer. White chickens are especially popular in hot climates because white feathers reflect sunlight.