Discover the Mechelner Huhn - A competition in the Kleve Tiergarten

Discover the Mechelner Huhn - A competition in the Kleve Tiergarten

Kleve. The enthusiasm for the mechifying chicken in the Tiergarten Kleve also goes beyond the animal accessories, because the special breed is a symbol for the preservation of endangered species and promotes environmental awareness in the region.

insights into the world of mechelser chickens

In the Kleve zoo, visitors can admire a very special spring system: the Mechelner chicken. This breed is not only popular because of its friendly manner, but is also representative of the use of the zoo to preserve animal species. Tiergarten director Martin Polotzek emphasizes that breeding and breeding these chickens not only serves as a hobby, but also plays an important role in the Kleve area.

gentle giants and their care

With a weight of up to 4.5 kilograms, the mechress chicken is one of the heavier chicken breeds. Her calm and trusting way makes her favorite with many zoo visitors. In the newly designed chicks, which was set up in cooperation with the Kleve poultry breeding association, interested parties can observe the development of the chicks from the breeding season to complete feathering. "Here you can experience the chickens in different age stages," explains Polotzek. This direct insight into the life cycle not only promotes understanding of the animals, but also the awareness of nature conservation and animal husbandry.

from the kitchen to the chicken house

An interesting anecdote is that the mechresses are particularly clever. You quickly noticed where the snacks are distributed on the site and often search for goodies near the snack bar. "Many don't believe that chickens can be intelligent," said Polotzek. It is forbidden to feed the animals, but you cannot escape their persistence. The encouragement of the visitors with the chickens creates a special atmosphere, which in turn increases the interest in species -appropriate animal husbandry.

The quiz - learning and winning

The Tiergarten Kleve also uses special promotions to promote the commitment of visitors. Five times four tickets can be won in the current summer quiz. The quiz question that the participants have to answer reads: How can one distinguish the mole chicken from other breeds? The answer must be sent by email by Sunday, 6 p.m. Not only the lucky winners, but also the Tiergarten as an institution, can benefit from a higher number of visitors.

a joint task

The rearing and maintenance of the Mechelen chickens are part of a larger joint task that the zoo manager Martin Polotzek follows with passion. Every chick that slips and every chicken that turns big is a small victory for species protection. Working in the Tiergarten not only has a visual aspect, but also sensitizes the importance of biodiversity and responsible animal husbandry.

Visitors are cordially invited to visit the Kleve zoo, to learn more about these fascinating animals and maybe even use the chance of winning the summer quiz.

- Nag