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They sing, chirp, gossip, mumble, purr, and cluck.
If you get the nod of approval, then you're in luck.
Meet north Portland's friendliest flocks of free-range fowls.
These charming chicks come running if you call them as they prowl.
welcome to chicken church
welcome to chicken church
These chickens live along the side of Williams Ave. They've been spotted on hot summer days and cool winter evenings. They truly do come when called; as long as the chicken call is used.
See video evidence.
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Pistils chickens
Pistils chickens
These ladies make their home in the Pistils Nursery on Mississippi Ave. They've got a cozy coop but prefer to walk about and visit with the human visitors. They're very forward and maybe a little ornery.
Chicken Scratch
This chicken has talents.
Musical talons.
Scratchin' in the gravel.
Wakin' up the hatchery.
Stompin' hard like a gavel.
Whippin up some scratchery.
Click video to left to hear audio.
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comparing cluckers
comparing cluckers
Although these ladies live within a half mile of each other, their relationship with their environment and their human neighbors differ greatly. Take a listen to what they have to say.
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Sea gull sightinG
Sea gull sightinG
They're so far away from the ocean...
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