American farmer John owns a vast piece of land that includes his cozy home, a vibrant vegetable garden, and a flourishing orchard. Right next to his house, there’s a chicken coop where John raises chickens, some for selling and others for his own use. This setup has served him well over the years, making his farm both productive and self-sufficient.
John is accustomed to occasionally finding eggs scattered randomly across his property, especially near the greenhouse where his chickens like to roam. This was never a cause for concern as it was quite normal behavior for his free-range chickens. However, one morning, John stumbled upon something unusual that piqued his curiosity.
Near the chicken coop, John discovered a cluster of completely black eggs. This was unlike anything he had ever seen before. The eggs’ stark black color was startling, and while John was initially taken aback, his curiosity got the better of him. Intrigued by these mysterious eggs, he decided to incubate them just like he would with any regular chicken eggs — by placing them in a warm, dark area of his barn.
After several days of patient waiting, the eggs began to hatch, revealing their even more astonishing contents. To John’s amazement, the chicks that emerged were completely black, from their feathers to their beaks. This was a spectacle John had never anticipated, and he was eager to learn more about these peculiar birds.
The chicks were identified as Ayam Cemani, a rare breed known for their striking all-black appearance. This unique characteristic isn’t just superficial; it extends to their internal organs and bones. John learned that these distinctive chickens were bred by his wealthy neighbor, who specialized in rare breeds. It appeared that one of his neighbor’s hens had accidentally wandered onto John’s property and laid her eggs.
