Humans have relied on chickens for food, eggs, and companionship for thousands of years. Experts believe people domesticated chickens between 8,000 and 10,000 years ago. Chickens have stayed with us so long that they’ve become part of everyday life, from serving as mascots for cereal brands to appearing on restaurant logos. They even inspire the timeless philosophical question: “Which came first, the chicken or the egg?” Despite their popularity, many common myths and misconc