Not all sources give four hours as the guideline for priapism occurring: The duration time of a normal erection before it is classifiable as priapism is still controversial. Ongoing penile erections for more than 6 hours can be classified as priapism..
Guinness World Records (London, England) Considering that the average lifespan of a chicken is generally no more than seven to eight years, Keith and Donna contacted Guinness World Records on July 30, 2001, to make them aware that Matilda was eleven years old and still in excellent health.
A chicken can live between 10-15 years although there have been instances where they have lived longer. For many more answers to your poultry questions we recommend the book: Guide to Raising Chickens. Back to Frequently Asked Questions. Murray McMurray Hatchery.