Deadwood’s local celebrity: Bellina the House Chicken

Did you know that Deadwood is home to a world-famous chicken?

Bellina the House Chicken is a domestic bird who serves as an ambassador of education and joy across the world.

Here’s a list of five things you probably didn’t know about Bellina the House Chicken:

1. Bellina is a Transylvanian Naked Neck hen – sometimes referred to as a turkey or just “naked neck,” Transylvanian Naked Necks are a particularly ugly breed of chicken known for having less than 50% of the feathers of a normal bird.
2. She is litter box trained – Bellina lives in a house with cats and dogs, and she’s just as domestic as her house-pet siblings!
3. She has her own Facebook page.
4. She uses her platform to educate children around the world about the different places and cultures she experiences in her travels.
5. Bellina would love to come to your event! From parties to classes to nursing home visits, Bellina is happy to visit wherever you need a little bit more joy.

For more information about Bellina the House Chicken, visit her Facebook page here.