How many different breads of chickens are there in the world?

It's not "breads" of chickens, but breeds! And there are hundreds of chicken breeds in the world!

It's difficult to say exactly how many because:

* New breeds are constantly being developed.

* Some breeds are considered "rare" or "heritage" and might be less well-documented.

* There's some disagreement on what constitutes a distinct breed.

However, the American Poultry Association (APA) recognizes over 100 breeds of chickens in the United States, and there are many more worldwide.

The number of chicken breeds is quite impressive, reflecting the wide variety of uses for chickens throughout history and across different cultures.