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The Cochin is a breed that you will fall in love with. Docile, friendly, and receptive to cuddles, the Cochin is like a pooch with feathers. Interestingly, these birds make exceptional parents, with roosters taking dad duties seriously. While they do lay large brown eggs, they are not exceptional egg producers, only laying a few per week. The good news, however, is that they can lay eggs throughout the winter. Their immense fluff makes them one of the most cold-hardy breeds out there. Have you ever seen a Cochin?

The next chicken on our list is the Phoenix chicken. This breed's trademark feature is its extremely long tail, which can measure 35 inches or more. The Phoenix is a German breed that came about from crossing some Japanese chickens with local breeds, such as Leghorns. Before today's survey, have you ever heard of Phoenix chickens?

The Silkie almost looks like a plush toy and gets its name from its unique silky feathers. These birds are extremely friendly, and love being handled. Their fluffy, silky feathers, however, come with some disadvantages. For starters, they do not stick together, which means that the Silkie cannot fly. This makes the bird highly vulnerable to predators or bullying by larger birds. Additionally, they are not waterproof, meaning that Silkies cannot do well in wet climates. Have you ever seen a Silkie before?

The Ayam Cemani is a unique breed and is one of the rarest chickens in the world. What makes this bird unique is that it comes in all black, including its meat and bones. This can be attributed to a condition known as fibromelanosis, which is characterized by the excess production of dark pigment. Interestingly, its eggs are cream-colored. As you can expect, these birds are not cheap owing to their rarity. If you are lucky, you can get a dozen Ayam Cemani hatching eggs for around $160 (US), while an unsexed chick costs around $50 (US). Are you familiar with these rare chickens?

Brahmas rule the roost in any coop they find themselves in. Also known as the "King of Chicken", the Brahma is the largest chicken breed in the world today. In fact, some individuals have been recorded weighing up to 18 pounds. Nonetheless, despite their larger size, Brahmas are gentle, friendly giants. They also tolerate handling, making them ideal for families with children since they can handle some roughhousing. Have you ever seen a Brahma chicken?