The Official Delaware State Bird

Blue Hen

The Blue Hen (Gallus gallus) is a domesticated bird of the species Gallus gallus, which is the same species as the Red Junglefowl, native to Southeast Asia. It is the official state bird of Delaware and has been for nearly two centuries. The Blue Hen is believed to have served as an inspiration for the Revolutionary War from Delaware's soldiers who served in the "Blue Hen's Chickens" regiment. The story goes that during a battle, a Blue Hen was observed cackling and running around the camp to encourage the soldiers to fight. The Blue Hen became a symbol of courage and tenacity in war and was adopted as the state bird of Delaware in 1939.

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