Aseel Murga for Sale in USA – Strength Meets Heritage

Looking for a pure Aseel for sale in the USA & Canada? You’re in the right place. At Birds Jungle, we raise strong, healthy, true-to-type Aseel murgas for people who love this ancient breed, show enthusiasts, backyard keepers, collectors, and serious breeders.

Every Aseel we offer comes from carefully selected bloodlines. We hand-raise our birds, keep detailed health records, and ship them safely to your door. Whether you want day-old chicks, started birds, a mature Aseel rooster, laying hens, or a matched breeder pair, we can help you find the right bird.

You’ll find several classic varieties here, including Wheaten, Black Breasted Red, and Dark Aseel. Each one carries the breed’s signature upright stance, tight feathering, and bold, confident personality.

Browse our Aseel Murga collection to see what’s currently available, or read on to learn everything you need before you buy.

What Is an Aseel (Asil) Chicken?

The Aseel, also spelled Asil or Asli, is one of the world’s oldest gamefowl breeds. It comes from the Indian subcontinent, with deep roots in India and Pakistan going back thousands of years. The name says a lot about the bird: in its native region, “Aseel” means “purebred,” “thoroughbred,” or “of pure descent.”

The breed was originally developed as a game breed, and that heritage of hardiness, stamina, and bold temperament, often called “gameness”, is a big part of what show breeders and collectors admire today. Aseel bloodlines even helped shape the Cornish, and through the Cornish, many of the meat birds we know now.

Today in the United States and Canada, the Aseel is kept mainly as an ornamental and exhibition bird, and for heritage-breed preservation and breeding. It’s a rare breed, too, The Livestock Conservancy tracks the Aseel on its conservation priority list, so every well-bred bird helps keep the line going.

The American Poultry Association (APA) recognized the Aseel in its Standard of Perfection in 1981. The breed sits in the “All Other Standard Breeds” category, within the Oriental class, and was first exhibited in the United States back in 1887.

Aseel Varieties We Offer

Aseel come in several beautiful color varieties. Here’s a quick comparison to help you choose, followed by more detail on the most popular lines.

Wheaten Aseel

Wheaten roosters show off warm red, orange, and black feathering, while the hens wear softer shades of wheat with a darker tail. It’s a lighter, classic pattern that stays popular year after year.

Black Breasted Red (BBR) Aseel

The BBR Aseel is a showstopper. Roosters carry a deep red saddle and hackles over a glossy black breast, and hens are brown with a golden-orange neck. It’s one of the most requested Aseel varieties in the USA.

Dark Aseel

The Dark Aseel is glossy solid black, though some birds show a little red in the hackle feathers. If you want a sleek, dramatic bird, this one stands out.

We also work with Reza-type Aseel lines,  a smaller, compact type blended from respected strains such as Rampur, Atkinson, and Sonatol, plus popular subcontinent bloodlines that many keepers know by name, such as Mianwali and Sindhi Aseel. Contact us if you’re searching for a specific strain and we’ll let you know what’s coming up.

Aseel Murga Price in USA & Canada

Aseel prices depend on age, variety, quality, and bloodline purity. As a general guide for the US and Canadian market:

• Hatching eggs: roughly $40–$65 per dozen
• Day-old chicks: around $5–$15 each, depending on variety and line
• Started birds and juveniles: typically $30–$100 each
• Mature roosters, hens & breeder pairs: often $100 and up for quality, verified bloodlines

Pure, well-bred Aseel from proven lines cost more than mixed birds,  and for good reason. You’re paying for verified parentage, correct breed type, and healthy stock that’s been raised right.

For live, up-to-date pricing and current availability, check the Aseel Murga product page. We also offer wholesale and bulk pricing for breeders and resellers.

Why Buy Your Aseel From Birds Jungle?

Not all Aseel are created equal. Here’s what you get when you buy from us:

• Verified bloodlines: our breeding stock is selected for true breed type and purity, not guesswork.
• Hand-raised, healthy birds: we care for every bird from hatch to maturity, with proper feeding and daily attention.
• Health-checked and vaccinated: birds are examined and prepared before they ship, so they arrive strong.
• Live arrival guarantee: we stand behind every bird with a refund or replacement if there’s ever an issue. See our Live Animal Policy.
• Real breeder experience: we keep and raise exotic poultry ourselves, so the advice you get is hands-on, not copied from a book.
• Safe, tracked delivery: every order is packed securely and shipped across the USA and Canada.

We’re a licensed, compliant seller, and we treat our birds, and our customers, the right way.

Aseel Breed Characteristics and Appearance

Once you’ve seen an Aseel, you don’t forget it. This is a compact, powerful bird that looks like it means business. Key features include:

• Upright, athletic stance with broad shoulders and a thick, muscular neck
• Hard, tight feathering that sits close to the body, Aseel feel much heavier than they look
• Small pea comb and little to no wattles, which also helps them handle heat
• Strong, broad, curved beak and a heavy brow that gives them a hawk-like expression
• Pearl or pale eyes and red earlobes
• Short, sturdy legs set wide apart, often yellow

Size and weight vary by type. Here’s a general guide:

Because their muscle is dense and their feathers fit so tightly, even a “small” Aseel feels solid when you pick it up.

Aseel Temperament and Behavior

Aseel are intelligent, brave, and full of character. With their keepers, they’re often calm and friendly, many can be tamed to eat right out of your hand. This mix of toughness and tameness is a big part of why people fall in love with the breed.

There’s one important rule, though. Aseel are naturally territorial, especially the males. Roosters should not be housed together, and shouldn’t share space with other male birds, because they will fight to defend their territory. Even hens can be scrappy with one another. Give each bird enough room, and separate males as they mature.

Because of these strong instincts, Aseel are best suited to experienced poultry keepers, or beginners who are ready to learn and set up proper housing. They’re rewarding birds, they just need an owner who understands them.

Egg Laying and Mothering

Aseel are not an egg-production breed. Hens lay a modest number of small, cream to pale-brown eggs, often around 40 or so per year, and mostly seasonally. If you want a bird for a full egg basket, this isn’t it.

What Aseel hens do brilliantly is raise chicks. They go broody easily, sit reliably, and become fiercely protective mothers. Many keepers use Aseel hens to hatch and raise other birds because they’re so dependable.

How to Care for Your Aseel

Aseel are hardy, resilient birds, but they do best with a good setup. A few basics:

• Space: give them room to roam. Aseel are active and do well with free-range access or a large, secure run.
• Housing males: keep roosters separated to prevent fighting. Plan your pens before your birds mature.
• Climate: Aseel handle heat well thanks to their small comb, and they prefer dry conditions. Provide shade in summer and dry, draft-free shelter in cold or wet weather.
• Diet: feed a quality game bird or poultry ration, with fresh water at all times. Growing chicks need a good starter feed since Aseel are slow to mature.
• Health: Aseel are hardy and naturally resist many common backyard-flock diseases, but good hygiene still matters. Keep housing clean, watch for signs of illness, and follow a sensible vaccination and biosecurity routine.

Treat them well and Aseel will reward you with years of strength, beauty, and personality.

Who Should Buy an Aseel?

Aseel are a great fit if you are:

• A show or exhibition enthusiast who wants a true-to-standard bird
• A collector drawn to rare, ornamental, heritage breeds
• A breeder working to preserve pure Aseel bloodlines
• An experienced backyard keeper who wants a striking, characterful flock bird

If that sounds like you, you’ll feel right at home with this breed.

Is It Legal to Own Aseel in the USA?

Yes. Keeping Aseel as ornamental, show, backyard, or breeding birds is legal across the United States. Raising and showing heritage gamefowl breeds like the Aseel for exhibition, preservation, and general poultry-keeping is completely legal.

That said, cockfighting is illegal in all 50 states and under federal law. Our Aseel are raised and sold strictly as heritage, ornamental, exhibition, and breeding birds. We ask every buyer to keep and enjoy them the same way, and to follow their own state and local rules on poultry ownership.

Shipping Aseel Across the USA and Canada

We ship Aseel safely to major cities across the USA and Canada. Every bird is packed with care to arrive healthy and stress-free, and your order is tracked from our door to yours.

Before you order, please confirm any local requirements for keeping poultry in your area. Questions about delivery? See our Shipping Information page, or reach out and we’ll walk you through it.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does “Aseel” mean?

“Aseel” (also spelled Asil or Asli) means “purebred,” “thoroughbred,” or “of pure descent.” The name reflects the breed’s long, carefully kept lineage on the Indian subcontinent.

Where does the Aseel come from?

The Aseel originates from the Indian subcontinent, mainly India and Pakistan — and is one of the oldest known gamefowl breeds, with thousands of years of history.

How much does an Aseel cost in the USA?

Prices range from about $40–$65 for hatching eggs and $5–$15 for chicks, up to $100 or more for mature birds and quality breeder pairs. Purity, variety, and bloodline all affect the price. See our Aseel product page for current rates.

Are Aseel chickens good egg layers?

No, not really. Hens lay a small number of eggs, often around 40 per year, but they make excellent broody hens and very protective mothers.

Are Aseel aggressive? Can I keep them together?

Aseel are usually gentle with people but territorial with other birds. Roosters must be housed separately, as they will fight other males. Give each bird plenty of space.

What colors do Aseel come in?

Common varieties include Wheaten, Black Breasted Red, Dark, Spangled, and White. The American Poultry Association recognizes several standard varieties.

How big do Aseel get?

Standard roosters weigh about 5.5–8 lbs and hens about 4–6 lbs, depending on the strain. They’re compact but very muscular, so they feel heavier than they look.

Is the Aseel recognized by the American Poultry Association?

Yes. The APA admitted the Aseel to its Standard of Perfection in 1981, classified under All Other Standard Breeds in the Oriental class.

Are Aseel good for beginners?

They can be, with the right setup. Because of their territorial nature, they suit experienced keepers best — but a prepared beginner who separates males and provides space can absolutely enjoy them.

Buy Pure Aseel Murga at Birds Jungle

Ready to add this legendary breed to your flock? Birds Jungle makes it simple to buy a pure, healthy Aseel murga with verified bloodlines and safe delivery across the USA and Canada.

Shop our Aseel Murga collection now, or explore more of our exotic birds, from peacocks and pheasants to teetar. Have a question or need a specific strain? Contact us and our team will be glad to help.

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