Danki

Native Tract

Distributed in the Vizianagram district (Bobli region) and adjoining parts of Srikakulam district of Andhra Pradesh bordering Odisha.

Characteristics

• Plumage colour: mainly brown followed by black. Cocks have shining bluish black feathers on wings, breast, tail and thighs. The neck is darker compared to the rest of the body.
• Wattles are absent.
• Comb is red, pea type and compressed.
• Spur is long and sharp in cocks and small in hens.
• Average Weight:
  -Cocks: 3.12 kg
  -Hens: 2.22 kg.
• Average age at first laying cycle: 6-8 months.
• Number of eggs laid in one egg laying cycle of 15-20 days: 8 - 12.
• Annual egg production: 25 - 35.
• Average egg weight: 46.16 gms.
   

Cultural / Economic Significance

The Danki is basically used as a fighter bird.