Daothigir
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Mar 15, 2013
Native Tract
Found in the districts of Kokrajhar, Chirang, Udalguri and Baska in Assam.
Characteristics
- Plumage colour is mostly black interspersed with white feathers.
- Comb is red, single, erect and large in size.
- Average weight
-Cock: 1.79±0.13 kg
-Hen: 1.63±0.13 kg. - Annual egg production: 60 – 70.
- Average egg weight: 44.42 gms.
Cultural / Economic Significance
These birds are reared by Bodo tribals in Assam under backyard or free-range rearing systems.
