Ultra Violet

Chicken · Hen

The stylish hen with shimmering purple-tinted feathers.

About Me

Hey there! I'm Ultra Violet — but you can call me Violet! I know, I know, it's a fancy name for a chicken. But I'm a fancy hen! My feathers have a special purple-ish sheen to them that shimmers in the light, like the color ultra violet. I'm one of a kind! I'm a friendly, stylish hen who loves to show off my beautiful feathers. I'm confident, I'm social, and I know I look good. The other hens might be jealous, but I don't mind — I just keep sparkling! Come visit me on a sunny day when my purple shimmer is at its best. You won't be disappointed!

My Personality

Ultra Violet is the confident, stylish hen of the flock. She knows she's beautiful and isn't shy about showing off her shimmering feathers. She's friendly, social, and has a touch of diva about her — but in a charming way. She loves attention and is always up for a photo op.

Quick Facts

Sex

Female ♀

Breed

Hen

Age

Birthday

Favorite Snack

Blueberries

Favorite Activity

Showing off her feathers

Fun Nickname

The Shimmering Star

Weight

Height

My Favorite Treats

Berries, especially blueberries and blackberries — they match her beautiful purple sheen!

How to Interact With Me

Ultra Violet is confident and social. She'll often strut around showing off her shimmering feathers. She's friendly with visitors and enjoys being admired. She's approachable and gentle, just very aware of how pretty she is! She's great for photos on a sunny day.

Safety Tips

Ultra Violet is gentle and friendly. She's confident but not aggressive. Please don't chase or grab her — she's a lady who deserves to be admired, not chased! Approach her calmly and enjoy her beautiful feathers. Don't feed her without permission.

Did You Know?

Chickens use UV vision to identify the healthiest, strongest members of their flock!

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. Some chicken breeds have feathers with a beautiful iridescent sheen that shimmers different colors in the light. This happens because the structure of the feather reflects light in special ways, similar to a soap bubble or a peacock's tail. Chickens can actually see ultraviolet light, which means they can see colors and patterns on other chickens that are invisible to humans! This UV vision helps them identify healthy, strong mates and recognize flock members.