Painted Hen
Painted Hens are the colorful chicken variants found in Starlight Strand. It is unknown what caused their rainbow-like plumage to occur. One theory suggests their colors are a biological mimicry of the prismatic glass found within the desert, while another theory states that their wild colors made them the dominant mates of Cluck Kingdoms and thus were banished to the desert by a coalition of jealous chickens who couldn't compete with these fashionable fouls. But the latter theory is only believed by one strange person, so we're not sure why it would have been included here.
Where to find
Tips
- Painted Hens are the favorite food of Mosaic Slimes, making them a high-value meat source for plort production.
- Like all hens, balancing the number of hens and roostros is key to keeping egg production steady.
- Their unique colors make them a fun addition to coops, even if you’re not raising Mosaic Slimes.
Related foods
Why foods matter
In Slime Rancher 2, food plays a vital role in ranching, as feeding slimes the right diet produces valuable plorts and keeps them happy. Slime food is divided into three main categories: fruits, vegetables, and meat, with each slime species having specific preferences and even a favorite food that doubles plort production. Common options include Pogofruit, Carrots, and Hen Hens, while rare foods like Water Lettuce, Cuberries, Heart Beets, and Sea Hens are highly sought after for maximizing slime efficiency. Farming food in gardens and coops is essential for maintaining a steady supply, and strategic feeding ensures higher yields, better plort profits, and overall ranch stability. Mastering food collection, farming, and feeding is key to thriving on Rainbow Island.