A peculiar incident in Hadige village, Karnataka, on December 18, 2024, saw twelve chickens mysteriously dying and emitting flames from their mouths when pressure was applied to their bodies. Videos of the phenomenon, which remain unverified, have gone viral, sparking widespread curiosity and concern.
Speculations suggest the chickens may have ingested harmful chemicals, leading to an exothermic reaction. Possible contamination in their feed or environmental hazards are also being considered. Public reactions range from humor, dubbing them “dragon chickens,” to serious calls for investigation.
Ravi, the chickens’ owner, has sought local authorities’ help to uncover the truth. As of now, the cause remains a mystery, with experts urged to examine potential risks to animals and humans.
Netizens are reminded of Charizard
The incident sparked a wave of humorous reactions online, with netizens drawing comparisons to the fire-breathing Pokémon Charizard. Many comments showcased a lighthearted take, referring to the phenomenon as “self-made chicken tandoori” and making jokes about the chickens’ apparent ability to breathe fire.
While some users indulged in humor, others expressed astonishment and concern, amplifying the event’s viral spread on social media.
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