Back In Black: This Rare Indonesian Chicken Is Completely Black From Feathers To Bones

Ed Wray/Getty Images

Ayam Cemani is an uncommon and relatively modern breed of chicken from Indonesia. They have a dominant gene that causes hyperpigmentation (Fibromelanosis), making the chicken entirely black; including feathers, beak, and internal organs.

Ed Wray/Getty Images

Their beak and tongue, black comb and wattles; even their meat, bones and organs appear black. The blood of the Ayam Cemani is normally colored. The birds’ black color occurs as a result of excess pigmentation of the tissues, caused by a genetic condition known as fibromelanosis. This gene is also found in some other black fowl breeds. In the past individual birds in the United States of America have been priced at $2500.

Ed Wray/Getty Images

If you want more awesome content, subscribe to Design You Trust Facebook page.

An Abandoned Indonesian Church Shaped Like a Massive Clucking Chicken

Thai Artist and Farmer Creates Rice Fields in The Shape of A Cat

Doug The Pug Imitates Kim Kardashian In A Series Of Hilarious Selfies

If You Ever Feel Sad, Just Remember That Horses Can Grow Mustaches

Stunning Experimental Typography and Graphic Design by Laura Ketting

This Soviet Dog Spacesuit Is The Cutest Dog Costume You Will See Today

Life Isn't Black And White: Chinese Students Send Message With Creative Graduation Pose

These Pictures Of Cardboard Cat Art Will Make Anyone Laugh

Meet the Kitten with No Name Who is Purrrmanently Sad

World's First "Kitten Bar" Opens in Japan

Kevin Sarasom's Hilariously Funny Dog Portraits

Thousands of Birds Take Flight for the “Snettisham Spectacular”

Animal Architects Bowerbirds Design

Is This The Most Glamorous Dog In The World?

Finally, The 2025 Irish Farmer Charity Calendar Is Here!

What The Bloody Hell Is A … ?: Brilliant Guide To Animals

These Stunning Drone Photos Would Be Completely Illegal Now

Expressive And Whimsical Portraits Of Dogs By Kaylee Greer

Tiger Shark: Close Up

Winning Photos Of The UK Dog Photographer Of The Year 2018

A Bear's First Photo Shoot: Adorable Cub Ayra Strikes Comical Poses As She Balances On Two Legs

Shades on Feathers: An Old Book of Color Shades Depicted With Feathers

The Quiet Of The Coronavirus Lockdown In Israel Has Cleared The Way For Packs Of Jackals To Take Over Park In The Heart Of Tel Aviv

Budgett’s Frog Looks Like Someone Tried To Draw Normal Frog From Memory

Heartbroken DJ Takes His Terminally Ill Dog on a Bucket List Adventure Across America

Back In Black: This Rare Indonesian Chicken Is Completely Black From Feathers To Bones

More Inspiring Stories

An Abandoned Indonesian Church Shaped Like a Massive Clucking Chicken

Thai Artist and Farmer Creates Rice Fields in The Shape of A Cat

Doug The Pug Imitates Kim Kardashian In A Series Of Hilarious Selfies

If You Ever Feel Sad, Just Remember That Horses Can Grow Mustaches

Stunning Experimental Typography and Graphic Design by Laura Ketting

This Soviet Dog Spacesuit Is The Cutest Dog Costume You Will See Today

Life Isn't Black And White: Chinese Students Send Message With Creative Graduation Pose

These Pictures Of Cardboard Cat Art Will Make Anyone Laugh

Meet the Kitten with No Name Who is Purrrmanently Sad

World's First "Kitten Bar" Opens in Japan

Kevin Sarasom's Hilariously Funny Dog Portraits

Thousands of Birds Take Flight for the “Snettisham Spectacular”

Animal Architects Bowerbirds Design

Is This The Most Glamorous Dog In The World?

Finally, The 2025 Irish Farmer Charity Calendar Is Here!

What The Bloody Hell Is A … ?: Brilliant Guide To Animals

These Stunning Drone Photos Would Be Completely Illegal Now

Expressive And Whimsical Portraits Of Dogs By Kaylee Greer

Tiger Shark: Close Up

Winning Photos Of The UK Dog Photographer Of The Year 2018

A Bear's First Photo Shoot: Adorable Cub Ayra Strikes Comical Poses As She Balances On Two Legs

Shades on Feathers: An Old Book of Color Shades Depicted With Feathers

The Quiet Of The Coronavirus Lockdown In Israel Has Cleared The Way For Packs Of Jackals To Take Over Park In The Heart Of Tel Aviv

Budgett’s Frog Looks Like Someone Tried To Draw Normal Frog From Memory

Heartbroken DJ Takes His Terminally Ill Dog on a Bucket List Adventure Across America

Frog Freezes Solid while Searching for a Mate on Icy Norwegian Lake

Animal Orchestra

Japanese Photographer Captures A Shy-At-First Baby Meerkat And Its Family

80,000 Budgies Form A Tornado Over A Waterhole In Australian Outback

Extraordinary Macro Portraits Of Insects By Francesco Bagnato