Wild chickens face turf war with bad-tempered peacocks after taking over Miami

A new turf war is breaking out in Miami.

The city’s wildlife is famously diverse, from flamingos and pelicans to herons and parrots. But in recent years, a new feathered resident has taken center stage: the chicken.

Roosters, hens, and their chicks are increasingly common, not just in residential areas like Little Havana, Little Haiti, and Wynwood, but also among the downtown high-rises and government buildings. While some find their crowing disruptive, many Miamians have embraced these birds as an unofficial city mascot, a quirky symbol of the city’s vibrant and untamed spirit…

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