Tag: Fibromelanosis

While most people are familiar with white and dark meat chicken, the rare Indonesian Ayam Cemani breed is entirely black due to a genetic condition called fibromelanosis. This distinctive appearance raises a common question: is Ayam Cemani meat healthy for consumption, or is its visual appeal its only unique trait?

A genetic mutation called fibromelanosis is the reason for the striking, jet-black pigmentation of black chicken, extending from its feathers to its bones and internal organs. This article explores what is so special about black chicken, highlighting its unique qualities beyond its visual appearance.