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How Long does a Chicken Live?

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Depending on the breed and how they are cared for a chicken can live up to 15 years. Most chickens die do to disease, for food, or get killed by a wild critter before they can reach the full 15 year mark. Look here for more information: http://www.myuniversalfacts.com/2007/01/life-span-of-animals-how-long-do.html
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Chickens naturally live for 5 to 7 years, however those raised for food have much shorter life spans.
Sources:
  1. Lifespan of Chickens - http://www.ask.com/wiki/Chicken#Poultry_farming
  2. Animal Corner - http://www.animalcorner.co.uk/farm/chickens/chi...
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