Ohiki
The Ohiki (Japanese: 尾曳, Obiki) is a Japanese breed of small chicken, characterised by unusually long tail-feathers in cock birds; the breed name means approximately 'tail dragging'. It is a true bantam, a small-sized bird with no large–fowl counterpart. It originates in Kōchi Prefecture, on the island of Shikoku in southern Japan, and is thought to derive from cross-breeding in the Edo Period (1603–1867) between long-tailed breeds such as the Onagadori and bantams such as the Chabo. The Ohiki was recognised as a Natural Monument of Japan in 1923.
| Life Span | 5-10 years |
| Weight | 2-5 kg |
What to Know Before Buying an Ohiki
Finding a responsible Ohiki breeder requires more than browsing classified ads or responding to social media posts. The USDA requires any breeder who sells chickens commercially — especially those selling online or through third-party dealers — to hold a federal license and submit to regular inspections. A legitimate breeder should be willing to provide their USDA license number, invite you to visit their facility, and show you where the animals are housed and socialized.
Before committing to a purchase, ask the breeder for veterinary health records, vaccination documentation, and any genetic testing results relevant to the Ohiki. Reputable breeders will also ask you questions in return — about your living situation, experience with animals, and ability to provide long-term care. A breeder who asks no questions and is eager to ship an animal immediately is a significant red flag.
Use the search tool below to check whether any USDA-licensed facilities breeding Ohikis appear in our database. If they do, review their inspection history carefully. Look for patterns of violations, pay attention to severity levels, and compare their compliance grade with other breeders in the same state. This due diligence takes minutes and can save you from supporting a facility with documented animal welfare problems.
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