​ALL OTHER STANDARD BREED CLASS (AOSB)

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PLEASE NOTE:

While both pea comb and cushion comb are considered acceptable within this breed, the American Poultry Association (APA) guidelines allow only one color and one comb type to be submitted for acceptance at a time. Accordingly, this SOP applies exclusively to the comb type selected for the current submission, with the specific color variety to be determined.

Following acceptance, work may begin toward the development and standardization of a pea comb color variety, which would be pursued through a separate APA submission.

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HISTORY

The Índio Gigante originated in Brazil during the late 20th century through selective breeding of tall, long-legged fowl derived from Asiatic and Oriental game ancestry, including Malay and Shamo influences combined with Brazilian Cairpira. The breed was developed primarily for ornamental exhibition, emphasizing exceptional height, upright station, long legs, and commanding presence rather than combat utility or meat production.

 

ECONOMIC QUALITIES

Primarily ornamental. Noted for size, height, and exhibition presence. Egg production secondary.

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STANDARD WEIGHTS (Provisional)

(To be finalized by breed club vote prior to final submission)

• Cock: 9.5 - 15 lbs

• Hen: 7 - 10 lbs

• Cockerel (6-11 months): 7 - 12 lbs

• Pullet (6-11 months): 4.5 - 7 lbs

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STANDARD HEIGHTS (Informal/Standing - Formal/Stretched)

(To be finalized by breed club vote prior to final submission)

•  Cock: 28” or more standing, 41” or more stretched

•  Hen: 22” or more standing, 34” or more stretched ​

• Cockerel: 24" or more standing, 38" or more stretched

• Pullet: 15" or more standing, 31" or more stretched

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SHAPE - MALE

COMB: Cushion, moderate size, firm

BEAK: Thick, short to medium length, slightly curved

FACE: Bare of feathers; skin smooth to lightly wrinkled

EYES: Large, round, deep set

WATTLES: Very small (less than 1 cm) or absent; single dewlap preferred, no size restriction

EAR-LOBES: Oval and large

HEAD: Medium to large, broad skull, strong brow ridge projecting over eyes

NECK: Long, upright, somewhat arched; feathers short

BACK: Long, slanting downward from shoulders to tail

FEATHERS: Short, firm, close-fitting to the body

SADDLE: Medium, scanty, drooping

TAIL: Medium length, carried medium to low, and closely folded

WINGS: Large, strong, bony; close-fitting to the body; wingtips carried parallel to back, ending at the tail, not crossing

BREAST: Full and prominent; keel bare or sparsely feathered

FLUFF: Very short

LEGS: Set wide apart, straight when viewed from front

THIGHS: Long, hard, round

SHANKS: Long, thick and heavy boned; scales smooth; yellow or orange in color

FEET: Four toes, flat, broad, straight or slightly curved toes

STATION: Very erect; height and leg length strongly emphasized

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SHAPE - FEMALE

​COMB: Cushion, small but not absent

BEAK: Thick, short to medium length, slightly curved

FACE: Bare of feathers; skin smooth to lightly wrinkled

EYES: Large, round, deep set

WATTLES: Very small (less than 1 cm) or absent with single dewlap

EAR-LOBES: Oval and large

HEAD: Medium size, well balanced, strong brow ridge projecting over eyes

NECK: Long, upright, somewhat arched; feathers short

BACK: Long, slanting downward from shoulders to tail

FEATHERS: Short, firm, close-fitting to the body

TAIL: Medium length, carried medium to low; closely folded

WINGS: Large, strong, bony; close-fitting to the body; wingtips carried parallel to the back, ending at the tail, not crossing

BREAST: Full and prominent; keel bare or sparsely feathered

FLUFF: Very short

LEGS: Legs set wide apart, straight when viewed from front; yellow or orange in color

THIGHS: Long, hard, round

SHANKS: Long, round, strong, scales smooth

FEET: Four toes, flat broad, straight or slightly curved toes

STATION: Very erect; height and leg length strongly emphasized

 

COLOR (Provisional

Red

Black Breasted Red

 

DEFECTS AND DISQUALIFICATIONS

• Short legs

• Low station

• Soft or fluffy feathering

• High tail carriage

• Wattles over 1 cm

• Toes bent at joint

• Split wings; flight feathers protruding outwards

• Less height than SOP

• Any comb other than cushion

• Feathered shanks or feet

• More than four toes

• Leg color other than yellow/orange