hen of the woods
| Gallus frondosa | |
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| an old illustration of a hen of the woods | |
| common names | hen of the woods, wood hen, mushen |
| lifespan | 15-20 years |
| full-grown size | 2' |
| diet | herbivorous |
| habitat | temperate forest climates |
| can you eat it? | yes; juicy meat, peppery taste |
a long standing staple of many cultures' cuisine, the humble wood hen is found all around the mild-weather parts of Teres. they're often kept as pets, as they require little maintenance and are soft to the touch. the fungal growths on them can be plucked safely without harming the bird itself. in some folklore, these hens symbolize abundance and prosperity.
i. culture
- to be added
ii. trivia
- these have two apparent sexes in the species, but seem to change fluidly. regardless though, they're referred to as hens no matter the sex.
iii. gallery
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