Meet the surprising figures who rule the roost in Key West

Key West, Florida is known for its stunning views and sandy beaches, but chickens really rule the area. Local officials are trying to crack down on them, but it's impossible to fully get rid of the birds, who have been in the area since the 1800s.
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[@800oceandrive5]

I love the Key West roosters!

[@JessicaGittens-0622]

Unwanted…? That’s what makes Key West special!!!!❤

[@Jill-vx9db]

I, love them!!!

[@sjwilloughby-greene8214]

I had two roosters when my son was young. Bubba & Forrest.✌️
So I am pulling for the chickens.🙋
The picture of the little girl is precious. 🧡

[@JJONNYREPP]

Meet the surprising figures who rule the roost in Key West 0508am 3.6.24 sounds like the hectic and vibrant chicken life you just wanna get away from...

[@tracyjacoby2382]

Right on!! I'm on the Chicken's side too. Humans caused this way long ago. Love those names Bubba & Forrest.🐓🐓🐔🥰

[@JJONNYREPP]

@@tracyjacoby2382 Comments on ‘Meet the surprising figures who rule the roost in Key West’ 0826am 17.7.24 of the bird or raptor world chickens are pretty much bovine. just stupid but cool with it. i'd keep 'em - not eat 'em! - but they'd just go awol and wander o'er hill and dale composing trite poetry for posterity.... the diary of a chicken aka diary of a mad cow bird...

[@lynnroberts76]

Who said unwanted? They add so much charm.

[@MiguelLopez-hq9is]

Puertorican here. Those MF are my alarm clock😂

[@ShirleyPotts-ud3nb]

Key West is rich with culture. Very spiritual place as well.

[@olgagachaphoenix9130]

I been there two years ago for a cruise trip!

[@jul.escobar]

They have been there forever. Regime some of them but don't take em out. Ffs. They're a staple. Everyone knows the roosters are locals.

[@nicgaines8685]

I apologize, but as a tourist, I freaking love the chickens. They’re cute, entertaining, and there’s absolutely zero flying insects thanks to them!

[@BunnyMan-ec4xg]

I cant imagine key west without chickens! It's a chicken worship center!😊

[@Catlover53-lu9wy]

Love 🐥🐣

[@ansonpinkston]

Seems like an easy fix honestly

[@stephandalton2390]

Los gallos!!!!!❤❤

[@tonycollazorappo]

Have the same issues here in Miami, Florida. Nothing like trying to get a good night's sleep to get up the next morning to work, but to be interrupted by a crowing rooster at 2am.

[@giseldiaz23]

Dejen los gallos tranquilos que ellos son parte del lugar, me consta por las veces visitado.

[@soufwesthoustontx]

Send me some chickens. I'll take care of them. Free eggs.

[@shawncarter8930]

I wouldn’t mind what about people that don’t have phones or watches. They crow every hour every 15 minutes every 30 minutes I mean some can be off by a few minutes, but it’s a great asset🤷🏿‍♂️😅

[@etiger675]

Boo!

[@4dpeepscom]

Bs leave the chickens

[@Maybe1Someday]

Ban assault chickens

[@sicknado]

And not banning them sounds just as crazy (hint hint)

[@mjhmn]

Feeding chickens on public property sounds like a good law to break.

[@bobcaygeon975]

what happened to this reporter's career? Nightly news to chicken story.

[@tonycollazorappo]

Time to get out there with a crossbow!

[@judd442009]

No wonder AVIAN FLU is a looming disaster.

[@shorton6707]

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