8min chapter

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'Pig Years' and 'What the Chicken Knows' consider the interior worlds of farm animals

NPR's Book of the Day

CHAPTER

The Complex Lives of Chickens

This chapter offers a deep dive into the intricate world of chickens, revealing their intelligence and social structures that are often underestimated. The conversation challenges common misconceptions about these animals, illustrating their cognitive abilities and complex communication skills. Practical advice for chicken ownership in rural environments is also shared, alongside insights into the protective behaviors of roosters and the ecological roles of local predators.

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