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Malay
World’s tallest chicken — over 30 inches.
☀ Heat hardy
Egg color
cream tinted
Eggs / year
70
Egg size
medium
Purpose
meat
Class
Oriental Game
Size
jumbo
Hen weight
7 lbs
Rooster weight
9 lbs
Temperament
dominant, upright, athletic
Noise level
quiet
Origin
Malaysia
Lifespan
8–10 yrs
About the Malay
Malays are the tallest chicken breed in the world, with extremely long legs and an upright posture.
Care tips
Needs a tall coop — roosters can hit 30+ inches.
Color varieties
black breasted redwhitewheatenspangledblack
Fun facts
- Tallest chicken breed in the world
- Can be over 30 inches tall