The adult female chicken is called a hen , the adult male is called a rooster , and the young are called poults . There are many different breeds of chicken that are different sizes and colors. Bantams are miniature chicken breeds. A group of chickens is called a flock. Roosters make a very loud crowing sound and can be quite aggressive.
Chicken eggs range in color from white to pale brown and other pale colors.
They eat insects, worms, fruit, seeds, acorns, grains, slugs, snails, and many other foods. Many animals prey upon chickens. Predators include skunks , owls , raccoons , hawks , opossums , bobcats , and snakes.