The Scots Dumpy is a breed of chicken from Scotland. The moniker dumpy, meaning short and stout, refers to the breed's thick-set appearance and extremely short legs. Through history they have been known under a host of names such as: Bakies, Stumpies, Dadlies, Hoodies, or Creepies. Scots Dumpys are one of two traditional fowl of Scotland - with the Scots Grey. The breed is possibly one of the most ancient in the United Kingdom - with reports going back before Roman times - the Picts are meant to have carried them to battle camps where they were used to warn of approaching strangers.
