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{{Split|Gold Cucco}}
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|caption = Cucco artwork from ''Breath of the Wild''
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'''Cuccos''' (pronounced {{IPA|ˈkuːkoʊ}} {{Respell|KOO|koh}})<ref>{{Cite web|quote=Let's start with the Cucco.|published=August 4, 2014|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3_DZtTR3zu0&t=6m27s|title=Hyrule Warriors Direct|site=YouTube}}</ref> are chickens featured in several games of {{TLoZ|Series}}. They are well known for attacking [[Link]] if he attacks them for an extended period of time, and are sometimes known as the [[#Cucco's Revenge Squad|Cucco's Revenge Squad]].
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|pronunciation= {{IPA|ˈkuːkoʊ}} {{Respell|KOO|koh}}<ref>{{Cite Web|quote= Let's start with the Cucco.|published= August 4, 2014|url= https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3_DZtTR3zu0&t=6m27s|title= Hyrule Warriors Direct|site= YouTube}}</ref>
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|game= ALttP, LA, OoT, MM, OoS, OoA, FSA, TMC, TP, PH, ST, ALBW, TFH, BotW, TotK
|other= Sonic Lost World, LCT, HW, MNPTP, SSB4, DotT, SSBU, CoH, HWAoC
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|habitat= Areas inhabited by {{Plural|Series|Human|link}} or {{Plural|Series|Hylian|link}}
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|members= {{List|[[Flying Rooster]], [[Cojiro]], [[Cucco Leader]], Golden Cuccos}}
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{{Term/Store|Cucco|Cuccos|Series, ALttP, ST, BotW, TotK, LCT, DotT, SSBU, CoH, HWAoC|plural}} are recurring [[Animal]]s in {{TLoZ|Series}}.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= |book= A&A |publisher= |page= 388 {{Exp Game|ALttP}}}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book|quote= |book= E |publisher= |page= 120 {{Exp Game|ST}}}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|'''Cucco'''|Hyrule Compendium|BotW}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|'''Cucco'''|Hyrule Compendium|TotK}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Manual|quote= You’ll lose points for shooting Cuccos and other living things. |game= LCT |page= 10}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|Beware of Cucco|Sign|DotT}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|{{Big|Cucco}}<br/>Cuccos will wander around the stage, minding their own business. If you're heartless enough to attack one, you deserve what you get.|Items|SSBU}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|Defeated By: Cucco|Game Over|CoH}}</ref><ref name="Gallery">{{Cite|The Cuccos are loose! A farmer in Kakariko Village is desperate to get her prize birds back. Make sure your footsteps are nice and quiet so you can snatch those feathery fugitives...|Gallery (Interface)|HWAoC}}</ref> They are well known for attacking {{Term|Series|Link|link}} if he attacks them for an extended period of time, and are sometimes known as the [[#Cucco's Revenge Squad|Cucco's Revenge Squad]].


==Characteristics==
==Characteristics==
===''A Link to the Past''===
==={{ALttP|-}}===
[[File:Chicken.gif|left|20px]]
[[File:ALttP Cucco Sprite.png|left|20px]]
[[File:LttP undeadcucoo.gif|left|20px]]
[[File:ALttP Cucco Dark World Sprite.png|left|20px]]
In {{ALttP}} Cuccos could be found in [[Kakariko Village]]. This game introduced their vengeful "revenge squad" behavior. Cucco-like monsters appeared in the [[Dark World]], reacting to attacks with the same movements and sound effects, including the same "revenge squad" behavior.
Cuccos can be found in {{Term|ALttP|Kakariko Village|link}} in {{ALttP}}. This game introduced their vengeful "revenge squad" behavior. Cucco-like monsters appear in the [[Dark World]], reacting to attacks with the same movements and sound effects, including the same "revenge squad" behavior.
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===''Link's Awakening''===
==={{LA|-}}===
[[File:Cucco(LA).gif|left|30px]]
[[File:LADX Cucco Sprite.png|left|30px]]
Cuccos in {{LA}} cannot be lifted or thrown without the aid of the [[Power Bracelet]], and could mainly be found in [[Mabe Village]]. They can be killed using the [[Magic Powder]] or [[Magic Rod]]. This is the only game in which Cuccos can be killed.
Cuccos in {{LA}} cannot be lifted or thrown without the aid of the [[Power Bracelet]], and can mainly be found in [[Mabe Village]]. They can be killed using the [[Magic Powder]] or [[Magic Rod]]. This is the only game in which Cuccos can be killed. When Cuccos are killed, the cuccoo revenge squad will disappear and stop attacking. The ability to kill Cuccos is removed in the Switch version of the game.


On [[Koholint Island]]'s [[Tal Tal Heights|mountain range]], a hen house can be found housing the [[Cucco Keeper]] and several Cuccos.
On [[Koholint Island]]'s [[Tal Tal Heights|mountain range]], a hen house can be found housing the [[Cucco Keeper]] and several Cuccos.


====Flying Rooster====
==={{OoT|-}}===
{{Main|Flying Rooster}}
[[File:FlyingRooster(revived).png|left|30px]]
A Cucco named the '''Flying Rooster''' helps Link acquire the [[Bird Key]] which opens the entrance to the [[Eagle's Tower]] and then helps him get to the actual level itself.
 
===''Ocarina of Time''===
[[File:OoT3D Cucco Icon.png|left]]
[[File:OoT3D Cucco Icon.png|left]]
[[File:Cuccos.jpg|thumb|right|Link surrounded by Cuccos in ''Ocarina of Time'']]
[[File:Cuccos.jpg|thumb|right|Link surrounded by Cuccos in {{OoT|-}}]]
Cuccos could be found in a variety of places in {{OoT}}, and again attacked Link in swarms if struck. As a new feature, Link could grab a Cucco and use it to glide slowly when jumping off a cliff. This technique is known as [[#Cucco Gliding|Cucco Gliding]], and can be used several times throughout the game to earn [[Piece of Heart|Pieces of Heart]]. Unlike the [[#Flying Rooster|Flying Rooster]], Cuccos grabbed in this and later games cause Link to slowly glide downward instead of fly upwards.
Cuccos can be found in a variety of places in {{OoT}}, and again attack Link in swarms if struck. As a new feature, Link can grab a Cucco and use it to glide slowly when jumping off a cliff. This technique is known as [[#Cucco Gliding|Cucco Gliding]], and can be used several times throughout the game to earn [[Piece of Heart|Pieces of Heart]]. Unlike the [[#Flying Rooster|Flying Rooster]], Cuccos grabbed in this and later games cause Link to slowly glide downward instead of fly upwards.


[[File:OoT3D Weird Egg Icon.png|left]]
[[File:OoT3D Weird Egg Icon.png|left]]
When Link first encounters [[Malon]] in the [[Market|Town Market]] she tells him of her father who had come to the [[Hyrule Castle|Castle]] to deliver milk but probably fell asleep whilst doing so.<ref>{{Cite|Are you going to the castle, fairy boy? Would you mind finding my dad? He must have fallen asleep somewhere around the castle. What a thing for an adult to do! Tee hee!|Malon|OoT}}</ref> She offers Link a [[Weird Egg]] that she had been incubating in return for looking for him.<ref>{{Cite|Oh yeah, if you'll look for him, I'll give this to you. I've been incubating this egg very carefully... Tee hee!|Malon|OoT}}</ref> After a day passes, a Cucco will hatch from the egg.<ref>{{Cite|Look! A Cucco hatched from the egg you were incubating! It's the miracle of life!|N/A|OoT3D}}</ref> The Cucco is necessary for Link to awaken [[Talon]] inside the castle.<ref>{{Cite|What in tarnation? Can't a person get a little shut-eye around here?|Talon|OoT}}</ref>
When Link first encounters [[Malon]] in the [[Market|Town Market]] she tells him of her father who had come to the [[Hyrule Castle|Castle]] to deliver milk but fell asleep whilst doing so.<ref>{{Cite|Are you going to the castle, fairy boy? Would you mind finding my dad? He must have fallen asleep somewhere around the castle. What a thing for an adult to do! Tee hee!|Malon|OoT}}</ref> She offers Link a [[Weird Egg]] that she had been incubating in return for looking for him.<ref>{{Cite|Oh yeah, if you'll look for him, I'll give this to you. I've been incubating this egg very carefully... Tee hee!|Malon|OoT}}</ref> After a day passes, a Cucco will hatch from the egg.<ref>{{Cite|Look! A Cucco hatched from the egg you were incubating! It's the miracle of life!|N/A|OoT3D}}</ref> The Cucco is necessary for Link to awaken [[Talon]] inside the castle.<ref>{{Cite|What in tarnation? Can't a person get a little shut-eye around here?|Talon|OoT}}</ref>


[[Anju]], who can be found in [[Kakariko Village]], requests that Link helps return her missing Cuccos to their pen. If this task is accomplished, Link can earn a [[Bottle]]. When Link returns later, the Cuccos will found to be out of their pen once more. He can complete the task as many times as he returns to the village. Anju will instead give him fifty [[Rupee]]s each time.
[[Cucco Lady|Anju]], who can be found in [[Kakariko Village]], requests that Link helps return her missing Cuccos to their pen. If this task is accomplished, Link can earn a [[Bottle]]. When Link returns later, the Cuccos will found to be out of their pen once more. He can complete the task as many times as he returns to the village. Anju will instead give him fifty [[Rupee]]s each time.


A second Bottle, filled with [[Lon Lon Milk]], can be won in the [[Super Cucco Game]]. This minigame is only accessible as a child at [[Lon Lon Ranch]], and requires Link to pick [[Talon]]'s three "Super Cuccos" from among a brood of regular Cuccos.<ref>{{Cite|Well how about a little game? These three Cuccos I have here are special Super Cuccos! I'm going to throw these Cuccos into that there gaggle of normal Cuccos. If you can pick out these three special birds from among the normal Cuccos within the time limit, I'll give you something good.|Talon|OoT}}</ref> There is no discernible difference in appearance or behavior between these "Super Cuccos" and regular Cuccos.
A second Bottle, filled with [[Lon Lon Milk]], can be won in {{Term|OoT3D|Talon's Chicken Game|link}}. This minigame is only accessible as a child at [[Lon Lon Ranch]], and requires Link to pick [[Talon]]'s three {{Plural|OoT3D|Super Cucco|link}} from among a brood of regular Cuccos.<ref>{{Cite|Well how about a little game? These three Cuccos I have here are special Super Cuccos! I'm going to throw these Cuccos into that there gaggle of normal Cuccos. If you can pick out these three special birds from among the normal Cuccos within the time limit, I'll give you something good.|Talon|OoT}}</ref> There is no discernible difference in appearance or behavior between these {{Plural|OoT3D|Super Cucco}} and regular Cuccos.


''Ocarina of Time'' also features [[Cojiro]], the only known blue Cucco, and a smaller variant known as the [[Pocket Cucco]].
{{OoT|-}} also features [[Cojiro]], the only known blue Cucco, and a smaller variant known as the [[Pocket Cucco]].


===''Majora's Mask''===
==={{MM|-}}===
In {{MM}}, Cuccos appear and function the same as in ''Ocarina of Time''. The [[Romani Ranch#Cucco Shack|Cucco Shack]] at Romani Ranch is home to a number of Cucco chicks, which Link helps to mature into adulthood using the [[Bremen Mask]]. There is also one Cucco in the [[Romani Ranch#Barn|Barn]]. However, other than maturing the baby Cuccos to obtain the [[Bunny Hood]], Cuccos serve no purpose in this game and cannot effectively be used for [[#Cucco Gliding|gliding]].
In {{MM}}, Cuccos appear and function the same as in {{OoT|-}}. The [[Romani Ranch#Cucco Shack|Cucco Shack]] at Romani Ranch is home to a number of Cucco chicks, which Link helps to mature into adulthood using the [[Bremen Mask]]. There is also one Cucco in the [[Romani Ranch#Barn|Barn]]. However, other than maturing the baby Cuccos to obtain the [[Bunny Hood]], Cuccos serve no purpose in this game and cannot effectively be used for [[#Cucco Gliding|gliding]].


===''Oracle'' Series===
==={{OoS|-}}===
{{Image
{{Image
|image= Cuccos Chicks.png
|image= Cuccos Chicks.png
|align= right
|align= right
|size= 135px
|size= 135px
|caption= The mother Cucco leading her chicks in the ''Oracle'' series
|caption= A mother Cucco leading her chicks from {{OoS|-}}
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}}
Cuccos in {{OoA}} and {{OoS}} appear similarly and function identically to those found in ''Link's Awakening'', however they cannot be killed. An interesting attribute of Cuccos unique to the ''Oracle'' series is the effect [[Mystery Seed]]s have on them. If a Cucco has not called in the Revenge Squad when it is hit by a Mystery Seed, it will be reverted to a baby form of itself which will continue to swarm Link. However, this baby form cannot damage Link.
Cuccos in {{OoS}} appear similarly and function identically to those found in {{LA|-}}, however they cannot be killed. An interesting attribute of Cuccos unique to {{OoS|-}} and {{OoA|-}} is the effect [[Mystery Seed]]s have on them. If a Cucco has not called in the Revenge Squad when it is hit by a Mystery Seed, it will be reverted to a baby form of itself which will continue to swarm Link. However, this baby form cannot damage Link.


If the Cucco has called in the Revenge Squad, then it will instead triple in size, hurting Link through physical contact until he leaves. When a Cucco is enlarged like this, it becomes impossible to pick up, and will immediately begin to attack Link if he attacks it again.
If the Cucco has called in the Revenge Squad, then it will instead triple in size, hurting Link through physical contact until he leaves. When a Cucco is enlarged like this, it becomes impossible to pick up, and will immediately begin to attack Link if he attacks it again.


Flying Roosters can be found at [[Mt. Cucco]] in ''Oracle of Seasons''.
==={{OoA|-}}===
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===''Four Swords Adventures''===
==={{FSA|-}}===
[[File:FSA Cucco.gif|left|30px|A Cucco in ''Four Swords Adventures'']]
[[File:FSA Cucco Sprite.png|left|30px|A Cucco in {{FSA|-}}]]
Cuccos in {{FSA}} are similar to the ones in ''A Link to the Past'', attacking Link with a Cucco Revenge Squad when attacked.
Cuccos in {{FSA}} are similar to the ones in {{ALttP|-}}, attacking Link with a Cucco Revenge Squad when attacked.
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===''The Minish Cap''===
==={{TMC|-}}===
[[File:GoldCucco(TMC).png|left|35px]]
{{Figurines|TMC}}
[[File:Cucco(TMC).gif|right|30px]]
[[File:TMC Cucco Sprite 2.png|left|35px]]
[[File:Chick(TMC).gif|right|20px]]
[[File:TMC Cucco Chick Sprite.png|right|20px]]
The Cuccos of {{TMC}} are mostly the same as in ''A Link to the Past'', though there are golden Cuccos that appear only for a minigame along with small yellow Cucco Chicks. The Cuccos play a part in a mini game where Link has to capture the Cuccos before the time runs out. The golden Cuccos are the most hyper and will escape the Link's grasp much more frequently than the white Cuccos. If Link hits a Cucco when it is trapped in a corner more than about 20 times, it will run around the whole of [[Hyrule Castle Town|Hyrule Town]] and may cause Link harm. The Cucco chicks will attack Link if he is [[Minish Link|shrunk]]. Link can [[Kinstone Fusion|fuse]] [[Kinstone]]s with the Cucco chicks on [[Blade Brothers#Swiftblade|Swiftblade]]'s house if he is in Minish form.
The Cuccos of {{TMC}} are mostly the same as in {{ALttP|-}}, though there are golden Cuccos that appear only for a minigame along with small yellow Cucco Chicks. The Cuccos play a part in a mini game where Link has to capture the Cuccos before the time runs out. The golden Cuccos are the most hyper and will escape the Link's grasp much more frequently than the white Cuccos. If Link hits a Cucco when it is trapped in a corner more than about 20 times, it will run around the whole of [[Hyrule Castle Town|Hyrule Town]] and may cause Link harm. The Cucco chicks will attack Link if he is {{Term|TMC|Minish|link}}-sized. Link can [[Kinstone Fusion|fuse]] [[Kinstone]]s with the Cucco chicks on [[Blade Brothers#Swiftblade|Swiftblade]]'s house if he is in Minish form.
 
{{figurine|TMC|Cucco!|With a boisterous crow and a cute crest, these feathered friends are the most popular pets in Hyrule. The baby chicks like small bugs.|[[File:Cucco! Figurine.gif]]}}


===''Twilight Princess''===
==={{TP|-}}===
[[File:GoldCuccoFlyTP.png|right|thumb|140px|Link using the Golden Cucco to reach the Sacred Grove in ''Twilight Princess'']]
[[File:GoldCuccoFlyTP.png|right|thumb|140px|Link using the Golden Cucco to reach the Sacred Grove in {{TP|-}}]]
Cuccos in {{TP}} now come in white, brown and other realistic chicken colors. When attacked repeatedly, the Cuccos no longer call in the revenge squad. Instead, attacking them allows Link to control the Cucco for ten seconds, similar to how [[Seagull]]s could be controlled with [[Hyoi Pear]]s in {{TWW}}.
Cuccos in {{TP}} come in white, brown and other realistic chicken colors. When attacked repeatedly, the Cuccos no longer call in the revenge squad. Instead, attacking them allows Link to control the Cucco for ten seconds, similar to how [[Seagull]]s could be controlled with [[Hyoi Pear]]s in {{TWW}}.


The [[Oocca]] are very similar to Cuccos in appearance and name. When Link grabs one in [[City in the Sky]], they can even be used to [[#Cucco Gliding|glide]] like a regular Cucco.
The [[Oocca]] are very similar to Cuccos in appearance and name. When Link grabs one in [[City in the Sky]], they can even be used to [[#Cucco Gliding|glide]] like a regular Cucco.


[[File:TP - Golden Cucco.png|left|50px]]
[[File:TPHD Golden Cucco Model.png|left|50px]]
A white Cucco known as '''Cucco Leader''' is the leader of all [[Cat]]s in the [[Hidden Village]]. Unlike other Cuccos, he is not arrogant, but seems to genuinely care for all the Cats and wants them to be happy.
[[Rusl]] lent Link a shiny Golden Cucco with faster flight abilities that allowed Link to reach the [[Sacred Grove]]. Unlike other {{TP|-}} Cuccos, the Golden Cucco cannot be controlled by striking it repeatedly.  If Link speaks to him as [[Wolf Link]], he will sing a familiar rhyme, but with a twist.<ref>{{Cite|{{Color|TPHD Animal Green|Twinkle, twinkle, little Cucco... I am gold and not for you-oo...}}|Gold Cucco|TPHD}}</ref>
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[[Rusl]] lent Link a shiny Golden Cucco with faster flight abilities that allowed Link to reach the [[Sacred Grove]]. Unlike other ''Twilight Princess'' Cuccos, the Golden Cucco cannot be controlled by striking it repeatedly.  If Link speaks to him as [[Wolf Link]], he will sing a familiar rhyme, but with a twist.
====Cucco Leader====
{{Main|Cucco Leader}}
A white Cucco known as the Cucco Leader is the Leader of all [[Cat]]s in the [[Hidden Village]]. Unlike other Cuccos, he is not arrogant, but seems to genuinely care for all the Cats and wants them to be happy.


===''Phantom Hourglass''===
==={{PH|-}}===
[[File:DS Cucco.png|left|25px]]
[[File:PH Cucco Model.png|left|25px]]
Cuccos in {{PH}} appear and function similarly to their counterparts in ''Ocarina of Time''. The Revenge Squad comes at Link at much higher speed than any other game, making them a more lethal force.
Cuccos in {{PH}} appear and function similarly to their counterparts in {{OoT|-}}. The Revenge Squad comes at Link at much higher speed than any other game, making them a more lethal force.
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===''Spirit Tracks''===
==={{ST|-}}===
[[File:ST Cucco Sprite.png|left|30px]]
{{Plural|ST|Cucco}} in {{ST}} appear as white birds. When attacked repeatedly, many {{Plural|ST|Cucco}} will fly and attack {{Term|ST|Link}} for as long as the attacked {{Term|ST|Cucco}} is red. Additionally, they can be transported in a {{Term|ST|Freight Car|link}}. {{Term|ST|Georgio|link}}, in northwestern {{Term|ST|Hyrule Castle Town|link}}, sells groups of five for 50 {{Plural|ST|Rupee}}.<ref>{{Cite|My Cuccos are getting so big, it's almost time to start selling them! If you hear of anyone who wants to buy some Cuccos, please let me know! The price is 50 Rupees for five birds!|Georgio|ST}}</ref> {{Term|ST|Link}} can only transport up to five {{Plural|ST|Cucco}} at a time.<ref>{{Cite|It looks like you already have a bunch of Cuccos roosting in your freight car! They get awfully upset if they're overcrowded, so we can't squeeze in any more.|Georgio|ST}}</ref> Like with other cargo items, {{Term|ST|Link}} loses a {{Term|ST|Cucco}} every time his {{Term|ST|Train|link}} is hit.<ref>{{Cite|You might know already, but the Cuccos will run off if the carriage is hit. Some bandits even aim to hit your train and steal Cuccos, so watch out!|Georgio|ST}}</ref> {{Term|ST|Link}} can earn a {{Term|ST|Force Gem|link}} by bringing ten {{Plural|ST|Cucco}} to {{Term|ST|Harry (Spirit Tracks)|link}} in {{Term|ST|Aboda Village|link}}. {{Term|ST|Link}} can obtain another {{Term|ST|Force Gem}} by bringing five of them to {{Term|ST|Rael|link}} at the {{Term|ST|Sand Sanctuary|link}}.<ref>{{Cite|Would you bring me some Cuccos? The more Cuccos, the better. At the very least, I'd like five. Once you bring them to me, I'll give you something nice.|Rael|ST}}</ref> {{Term|ST|Rael}} wishes to study their vengeful behavior in order to "harness this unbelievable Cucco power for good of mankind."<ref>{{Cite|[Cuccos] are flightless. But when cornered, they can call their friends to unleash an amazing power. I want to study this phenomenon more closely... My goal is to harness this unbelievable Cucco power for the good of mankind.|Rael|ST}}</ref>
Cuccos in {{ST}} appear and function similarly to their counterparts in ''Phantom Hourglass''. The Revenge Squad comes at Link for as long as the attacked Cucco is red. Additionally, they are one of the cargo items that can be transported in [[Train Parts|freight car]]s. A man who raises Cuccos in northwestern [[Hyrule Castle Town]] sells five of them to Link for 50 Rupees.<ref>{{Cite|My Cuccos are getting so big, it's almost time to start selling them! If you hear of anyone who wants to buy some Cuccos, please let me know! The price is 50 Rupees for five birds!|Cucco Farmer|ST}}</ref> Link can only transport up to five Cuccos at a time.<ref>{{Cite|It looks like you already have a bunch of Cuccos roosting in your freight car! They get awfully upset if they're overcrowded, so we can't squeeze in any more.|Cucco Farmer|ST}}</ref> Like with other cargo items, Link loses a Cucco every time the train is hit.<ref>{{Cite|You might know already, but the Cuccos will run off if the carriage is hit. Some bandits even aim to hit your train and steal Cuccos, so watch out!|Cucco Farmer|ST}}</ref> Link earns a [[Force Gem]] by bringing a total of ten Cuccos to a man in [[Aboda Village]]. Later on, Link gains another Force Gem by bringing five of them to [[Rael]] at the [[Sand Sanctuary]].<ref>{{Cite|Would you bring me some Cuccos? The more Cuccos, the better. At the very least, I'd like five. Once you bring them to me, I'll give you something nice.|Rael|ST}}</ref> Rael wishes to study their vengeful behavior in order to "harness this unbelievable Cucco power for good of mankind."<ref>{{Cite|[Cuccos] are flightless. But when cornered, they can call their friends to unleash an amazing power. I want to study this phenomenon more closely... My goal is to harness this unbelievable Cucco power for the good of mankind.|Rael|ST}}</ref>


===''A Link Between Worlds''===
==={{ALBW|-}}===
In {{ALBW}}, Cuccos appear in Hyrule, where the [[Cucco Girl]] runs the [[Cucco Ranch]] minigame near [[Kakariko Village#A Link Between Worlds|Kakariko Village]]. In it, Link is tasked with avoiding large numbers of Cuccos of different sizes in a given amount of time to win [[Rupee]]s and a [[Piece of Heart]]. The minigame has several difficulties which increase the time and number of Cuccos to be avoided. Cuccos can also, in some cases, be used to glide to places that cannot normally be reached, such as rooftops. A few [[Maiamai]]s are obtained this way, as well as treasure. [[Lorule]] features black and pink Cuccos that function identically.
In {{ALBW}}, {{Plural|ALBW|Cucco}} appear in {{Term|ALBW|Kakariko Village|link}} and directly to its south, where the {{Term|ALBW|Cucco Girl|link}} runs the {{Term|ALBW|Cucco Ranch|link}} {{Term|ALBW|Mini-Game|link}}. In it, {{Term|ALBW|Link}} is tasked with avoiding large numbers of {{Plural|ALBW|Cucco}} of different sizes in a given amount of time to win {{Plural|ALBW|Rupee|link}} and a {{Term|ALBW|Piece of Heart|link}}. {{Plural|ALBW|Cucco}} can also be used to glide to places that cannot normally be reached, such as rooftops; several [[Items in A Link Between Worlds|Items]] must be obtained this way. {{Plural|ALBW|Cucco}} in {{Term|ALBW|Lorule|link}} sport dark feathers and bald pink heads, reminiscent of {{Plural|ALBW|Vulture|link}}, but behave identically to regular {{Plural|ALBW|Cucco}}.


===''Tri Force Heroes''===
==={{TFH|-}}===
In {{TFH}}, Cuccos appear in the [[Drablands|Sky Realm]]. They are primarily used for gliding from one platform to another. If one of the Links attacks a Cucco, instead of calling upon a squad of Cuccos to attack him, the Cucco will simply attack the Link for a short amount of time before becoming docile again.
In {{TFH}}, {{Plural|TFH|Cucco}} appear in the {{Term|TFH|Sky Realm|link}}. They are primarily used for gliding from one platform to another. If one of the {{Plural|TFH|Links|link}} attacks a {{Term|TFH|Cucco}} repeatedly, then instead of calling upon a squad of {{Plural|TFH|Cucco}} to attack him, the {{Term|TFH|Cucco}} will turn orange and behave erratically for a short time while attacking any {{Term|TFH|Links}} that draws near, before becoming docile again.


===''Breath of the Wild''===
==={{BotW|-}}===
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{{Compendium/Extract|Cucco}}
{{Compendium/Extract|Cucco}}
In {{BotW}}, Cuccos are often seen in populated areas such as towns and [[Stable]]s. They will peacefully wander around, occasionally pecking at the ground, presumably in search of insects. Like in previous games, if [[Link]] leaps off a high surface, they will allow him to glide short distances. They are mostly raised for their [[Bird Egg|egg]]s, but they are sometimes kept as pets by the people of [[Hyrule]].<ref>{{Cite|Villages often raise these birds for their eggs, but some people actually keep them as pets.|Hyrule Compendium|BotW}}</ref> If Link attempts to hit them with a weapon, they will squawk and jump out of the way, unlike other games, where they were damaged. They will sometimes drop an egg when this happens. However, if he does this four times, the harassed Cucco will summon the [[Cucco's Revenge Squad]].
In {{BotW}}, Cuccos are often seen in populated areas such as towns and [[Stable]]s. They will peacefully wander around, occasionally pecking at the ground, presumably in search of insects. Like in previous games, if [[Link]] leaps off a high surface, they will allow him to glide short distances. When gliding for significant distances with a Cucco, Link's [[Stamina Gauge]] will deplete.
 
Cuccos are mostly raised for their [[Bird Egg|Egg]]s, but they are sometimes kept as pets by the people of [[Hyrule]].<ref>{{Cite|Villages often raise these birds for their eggs, but some people actually keep them as pets.|Hyrule Compendium|BotW}}</ref> If Link attempts to hit them with a weapon, they will squawk and attempt to flee, sometimes dropping Bird Eggs when this happens. However, if Link does this four times, a cutscene will play where the Cucco crows for their revenge squad, much like ''Ocarina of Time'', but the Cucco can be seen repeatedly jumping and dropping feathers, and after the cutscene ends, the harassed Cucco will summon a swarm of Cuccos. Cuccos will also swarm and attack a monster if the Cucco is attacked once by that monster. While under attack from this swarm, it is possible for Link to rest at a [[Campfire]] or [[Cooking Pot]]. Doing so will effectively end the attack from the swarm. The swarm will also end if Link goes inside a building. The Cucco who crowed for the revenge squad will not move at all until the swarm ends, instead repeatedly doing the same animation of crowing for the revenge squad, as if crowing for more of their revenge squad.
 
==={{TotK|-}}===
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==Specialized Behavior==
==Specialized Behavior==
===Cucco's Revenge Squad===
===Cucco's Revenge Squad===
[[File:Cucco Revenge.jpg|thumb|left|230px|Cuccos attacking Link]]
[[File:Cucco Revenge.jpg|thumb|left|230px|Cuccos attacking Link]]
Ever since the introduction of the Cucco in ''A Link to the Past'', if Link attacks a Cucco enough times, a large group of indestructible Cuccos will attack him; this flock of pestered poultry is rightly named the {{Fan Name|Cucco's Revenge Squad}}. In most titles, attacking a Cucco up to 30 or more times will summon the attacking flock. The flock will continuously attack Link until he either perishes, waits 10 seconds for them to fly away or leaves the area, as Cuccos cannot follow Link into different maps. However, in ''Ocarina of Time'' and ''Majora's Mask'', the attacking flock will stay around forever until Link either perishes or leaves the area.
Ever since the introduction of the Cucco in {{ALttP|-}}, if Link attacks a Cucco enough times, a large group of indestructible Cuccos will attack him; this flock of pestered poultry is rightly named the {{Name|Fan|Cucco's Revenge Squad}}. In most titles, attacking a Cucco up to 30 or more times will summon the attacking flock. The flock will continuously attack Link until he either perishes, waits 10 seconds for them to fly away or leaves the area, as Cuccos cannot follow Link into different maps. However, in {{OoT|-}} and {{MM|-}}, the attacking flock will stay around forever until Link either perishes or leaves the area.


In ''A Link to the Past'', Cuccos appear in both the Light World and the [[Dark World]], making it possible for the attacking flock to appear in both worlds.
In {{ALttP|-}}, Cuccos appear in both the Light World and the [[Dark World]], making it possible for the attacking flock to appear in both worlds.


In ''Ocarina of Time'', they appear in [[Lon Lon Ranch]], [[Kakariko Village]], and [[Zora's River]]. There are some, but few areas in which Link cannot get hurt by the Cucco's Revenge Squad, in which Link is still in the area. Some of these areas are, but are not limited to the Well in Kakariko Village from ''Ocarina of Time'', and a few steps back from the cage in the [[Astral Observatory]] from ''Majora's Mask''. Link also cannot be harmed by Cuccos if he is on [[Epona]]. When a Cucco has been hit enough times, a cutscene will follow where it will crow for the revenge squad. If a Cucco is hit by even a single blast from a [[Bomb]], it will immediately crow for them.
In {{OoT|-}}, they appear in [[Lon Lon Ranch]], [[Kakariko Village]], and [[Zora's River]]. There are some, but few areas in which Link cannot get hurt by the Cucco's Revenge Squad, in which Link is still in the area. Some of these areas are, but are not limited to the Well in Kakariko Village from {{OoT|-}}, and a few steps back from the cage in the [[Astral Observatory]] from {{MM|-}}. Link also cannot be harmed by Cuccos if he is on [[Epona]]. When a Cucco has been hit enough times, a cutscene will follow where it will crow for the revenge squad. If a Cucco is hit by even a single blast from a [[Bomb]], it will immediately crow for them.


In all three ''Zelda'' games for the [[Game Boy]] and [[Game Boy Color]], the squad also makes an appearance, protecting their injured brethren from further harm from Link.  
In all three ''Zelda'' games for the [[Game Boy]] and [[Game Boy Color]], the squad also makes an appearance, protecting their injured brethren from further harm from Link.  


While Cuccos are missing in ''The Wind Waker'', [[Pig]]s also attack Link when provoked. Nearby Pigs will begin attacking Link, but more will not spawn.
While Cuccos are missing in {{TWW|-}}, [[Pig]]s also attack Link when provoked. Nearby Pigs will begin attacking Link, but more will not spawn.


The Cucco Revenge Squad disappears in ''Twilight Princess'', as attacking a Cucco many times will result in being able to control the Cucco for about 10 seconds. The reason for the Revenge Squad's absence is unknown. Ordon Goats from [[Ordon Village]] also serve the same purpose as the Cuccos. When herding them, if Link whoops at them too much they will turn red, turn around and knock Link off of Epona. When possessing a Cucco, [[Cat]]s will attack it.
The Cucco Revenge Squad disappears in {{TP|-}}, as attacking a Cucco many times will result in being able to control the Cucco for about 10 seconds. The reason for the Revenge Squad's absence is unknown. Ordon Goats from [[Ordon Village]] also serve the same purpose as the Cuccos. When herding them, if Link whoops at them too much they will turn red, turn around and knock Link off of Epona. When possessing a Cucco, [[Cat]]s will attack it.


The squad returned in ''Phantom Hourglass'' and ''Spirit Tracks'', and subsequent games afterward.
The squad returned in {{PH|-}} and {{ST|-}}, and subsequent games afterward. In {{BotW|-}}, certain enemies can be tricked into attacking Cuccos, which will result in in the flock attacking the enemy.


===Cucco Gliding===
===Cucco Gliding===
[[File:White Cucco TP.png|right|120px]]
[[File:TP Cucco Model.png|right|120px]]
Cucco Gliding originated in ''Link's Awakening'' and can be seen in other games such as ''Ocarina of Time'', ''Twilight Princess'', and ''Phantom Hourglass''. In order to glide, Link must grab a Cucco, run off a ledge, and he will glide safely to the ground with the Cucco squirming and frantically flapping its wings.
Cucco Gliding originated in {{LA|-}} and can be seen in other games such as {{OoT|-}}, {{TP|-}}, and {{PH|-}}. In order to glide, Link must grab a Cucco, run off a ledge, and he will glide safely to the ground with the Cucco squirming and frantically flapping its wings.


Cucco gliding is used primarily to gain access to [[Eagle's Tower]] by helping Link acquire the [[Bird Key]], using the Flying Rooster. [[Flight-by-Fowl]] in ''Twilight Princess'' focuses on Cucco gliding. In ''Tri Force Heroes'', Cucco gliding is used in some areas to progress forward in the Sky Realm.
Cucco gliding is used primarily to gain access to [[Eagle's Tower]] by helping Link acquire the [[Bird Key]], using the Flying Rooster. [[Flight-by-Fowl]] in {{TP|-}} focuses on Cucco gliding. In {{TFH|-}}, Cucco gliding is used in some areas to progress forward in the Sky Realm.


===Cucco Steal===
===Cucco Steal===
In {{FSA}}, by using the [[Mystery Item]] a special Cucco behavior called the {{Fan Name|Cucco Steal}} can be triggered. When activated, a summoned Cucco will fly around, steal an item from an opposing player, and bring it back to the player who threw the Mystery Item. The item grabbed will differ across game modes; it will steal a [[Force Gem]] if playing in [[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures#Hyrulean Adventure|Hyrulean Adventure]] or a [[Heart]] if playing in [[Shadow Battle]]. Aside from traveling to the [[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures#Gameplay|opposite screen]] of the offensive player there is no way to evade becoming a possible target.
In {{FSA}}, by using a [[Crystal Ball]] a special Cucco behavior called the {{Name|Fan|Cucco Steal}} can be triggered. When activated, a summoned Cucco will fly around, steal an item from an opposing player, and bring it back to the player who threw the Crystal Ball. The item grabbed will differ across game modes; it will steal a [[Force Gem]] if playing in [[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures#Hyrulean Adventure|Hyrulean Adventure]] or a [[Heart]] if playing in [[Shadow Battle]]. Aside from traveling to the [[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures#Gameplay|opposite screen]] of the offensive player there is no way to evade becoming a possible target.


==Non-Canon Appearances==
==Other Appearances==
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===''Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U''===
==={{HW|-}}===
In {{SSB4}}, Cuccos appear as items. When thrown, they release a group of Cuccos who will attack the targeted opponent and anyone else in the way. They also appear in their ''A Link to the Past'' appearance as enemies in the [[Nintendo 3DS]] exclusive mode, {{ssb|Smash Run}}.
 
====Trophy Information====
{{SSBTrophy|SSB4|header=yes}}
{{#section:Trophies in Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U|Cucco}}
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===''Hyrule Warriors''===
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In {{HW}}, Cuccos appear as neutral units on the battlefields, usually with only one spawning. When attacked and having been damaged enough, they will turn hostile and start spawning more Cuccos that will follow and attack the player's Warrior. Unlike many previous appearances of Cuccos, they are not invincible and can be defeated. However, they have a significantly high amount of health and high attack power. A golden Cucco, which serves as an enemy general, may usually be summoned among the third wave of Cuccos.
In {{HW}}, Cuccos appear as neutral units on the battlefields, usually with only one spawning. When attacked and having been damaged enough, they will turn hostile and start spawning more Cuccos that will follow and attack the player's Warrior. Unlike many previous appearances of Cuccos, they are not invincible and can be defeated. However, they have a significantly high amount of health and high attack power. A golden Cucco, which serves as an enemy general, may usually be summoned among the third wave of Cuccos.
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In the Master Quest, Twilight, and Termina maps, as well as in the Boss Challenge and Ganon's Fury modes, a rare silver Cucco variant will sometimes randomly appear in certain battles. Upon defeat, it grants 10,000 Rupees.{{Verify|HW}}
In the Master Quest, Twilight, and Termina maps, as well as in the Boss Challenge and Ganon's Fury modes, a rare silver Cucco variant will sometimes randomly appear in certain battles. Upon defeat, it grants 10,000 Rupees.{{Verify|HW}}


The Boss DLC Pack also introduces an unlockable [[Challenge Mode]] called Cucco's Fury, which features a playable, giant Cucco. This mode is unlocked after clearing Survival Mode Lv. 3 of Ganon's Fury with an A-Rank. Unlike other characters, the giant Cucco is extremely limited in its moveset, consisting of only a two-hit pecking attack as its normal combo and a tackle as its Strong Attack. Its [[Special Attack]] summons flocks of Cuccos to stampede enemies around a wide area. It also cannot use items. Similarly to [[Ganon]] in Ganon's Fury, the Cucco cannot be upgraded at the [[Bazaar (Hyrule Warriors)|Bazaar]] and does not gain new weapons. Despite this, in-game data shows that it is equipped with a weapon called Cucco's Spirit, which is of the Light element.
The Boss DLC Pack also introduces an unlockable [[Challenge Mode]] called Cucco's Fury, which features a playable, giant Cucco. This mode is unlocked after clearing Survival Mode Lv. 3 of Ganon's Fury with an A-Rank. Unlike other characters, the giant Cucco is extremely limited in its moveset, consisting of only a two-hit pecking attack as its normal combo and a tackle as its Strong Attack. Its [[Special Attack]] summons flocks of Cuccos to stampede enemies around a wide area. It also cannot use items. Similarly to [[Ganon]] in Ganon's Fury, the Cucco cannot be upgraded at the {{Term|HW|Bazaar|link}} and does not gain new weapons. Despite this, in-game data shows that it is equipped with a weapon called Cucco's Spirit, which is of the Light element.


One of [[Lana]]'s special attacks with the Summoning Gates can also summon a giant Cucco to attack enemies.
One of [[Lana]]'s special attacks with the Summoning Gates can also summon a giant Cucco to attack enemies.
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In the 3DS port, the first chapter of [[Linkle]]'s story has her leading an army of Cuccos in order to recover her stolen compass from the [[Skull Kid]] and to stop [[Ghirahim]] from summoning the fully revived version of [[The Imprisoned]].
In the 3DS port, the first chapter of [[Linkle]]'s story has her leading an army of Cuccos in order to recover her stolen compass from the [[Skull Kid]] and to stop [[Ghirahim]] from summoning the fully revived version of [[The Imprisoned]].
==={{MNPTP|-}}===
{{Noncanon|Start}}
[[File:MNPTP Cucco Sprite.png|left|50px]]
The twenty-first puzzle in the ''Picross'' series and the twenty-seventh puzzle in the ''Mega Picross'' series depict a {{Term|MNPTP|Cucco}}.
{{Noncanon|End}}
{{Noncanon|End}}


==Trivia==
==={{SSB4|-}}===
*In {{ALBW}}, the Lorulean [[Fortune's Choice]] Guy will tell Link "not to Cucco out on him,"<ref>{{Cite|C’mon, don’t Cucco out on me. Wanna try your luck for 200 Rupees?|Fortune's Choice Guy (Lorule)|ALBW}}</ref> a play on the phrase "don't chicken out on me," which is a reference to the Cuccos being ''The Legend of Zelda'' series' counterpart to chickens. Similarly, in {{PH}}, [[Ciela]] refers to [[Linebeck]] multiple times as a Cucco for his cowardly tendencies.<ref>{{Cite|We made it to the port! It's so much farther to walk when the bridge is out! Now that we're here, let's look up Linebeck! I've met him once or twice. Can't say I care for him. He's an awfully big talker for such a big cucco! OK, let's head to the port!|Ciela|PH}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|What?! Is Linebeck shaking over there?! He's such a cucco!|Ciela|PH}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|Ahhh! I get it. Linebeck's nothing but a frozen, clucking cucco... Why don't you wait there, shivering. Just get real comfortable. Maybe you'll lay an egg! BA-GAWWWK!|Ciela|PH}}</ref>
In {{SSB4}}, Cuccos appear as items. When thrown, they release a group of Cuccos who will attack the targeted opponent and anyone else in the way. They also appear in their {{ALttP|-}} appearance as enemies in the [[Nintendo 3DS]] exclusive mode, {{ssb|Smash Run}}.
{{SSBTrophy|SSB4|header=yes}}
{{#section:Trophies in Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS / Wii U|Cucco}}
|}


==Nomenclature==
==={{SSBU|-}}===
The name "Cucco" is most probably an onomatopoeia of the sound a chicken makes.
{{Spirit Battle
{{Names Table
|name= Cucco
|align= left
|spirit type= Support
|name1= Cucco
|fighters= Tiny {{Stock|SSBU|Falco|7}} Team<br/>{{Stock|SSBU|Falco|7}}x4
|name2= Flying Rooster {{ExpGame|LA}}
|team type= Grab
|team power= 2200
|rank= Novice
|stage= Skyloft
|stage type= Battlefield
|theme= {{Remix|Original|Village of the Blue Maiden|SSBU}}
|rules= Item: Cucco
|hazards=
|conditions= {{·}} The enemy favors neutral air attacks<br/>{{·}} Reinforcements will appear after an enemy is KO'd<br/>{{·}} The enemy is easily distracted by items}}
{{Support Spirit
|name= Cucco
|rank= Novice
|cost= 1
|skill= Floaty Jumps
|description= Slows your fall speed after jumping.
}}
In {{SSBU}}, Cuccos appear as a [[Spirit]] with the ability, Floaty Jumps, which grants a [[Fighter]] a slow fall after jumping.
Cuccos also appear as Throwing Items. If they are thrown at a [[Fighter]], they will flock together and attack that Fighter. Similarly, if they are attacked by a Fighter, they will also attack that Fighter. If a Cucco is damaged by a stage hazard, like spikes for instance, the Cucco will call on a flock and attack every fighter.
{{Noncanon|End}}


|ja1= {{Romanize|ニワトリ|Niwatori}} {{ExpGame|ALttP|LA|OoT}}<br>{{Romanize|コッコ|Kokko}} {{ExpGame|ALBW}}
==={{LCT|-}}===
|ja2=
{{Ambig|Start}}
{{Stub|LCT}}


|esS1= Cuco
==={{CoH|-}}===
|esS2=
{{Stub|CoH}}
{{Plural|CoH|Cucco}} appear in {{CoH}}.
{{Ambig|End}}


|esL1=  
==={{HWAoC|-}}===
|esL2=  
{{Noncanon|Start}}
{{Plural|HWAoC|Cucco}} are the subject of "{{Term|HWAoC|The Great Cucco Escape|link}}" {{Term|HWAoC|Quest|link}}, in which {{Term|HWAoC|Impa|link}} is tasked with retrieving several {{Plural|HWAoC|Cucco}} that have escaped from a farm in {{Term|HWAoC|Kakariko Village|link}}.<ref name="Gallery"/> After finding the {{Plural|HWAoC|Cucco}} on a roof, {{Term|HWAoC|Impa}} uses them as impromptu {{Plural|HWAoC|Paraglider|link}} and returns them to the farmer, who is happy to see her {{Plural|HWAoC|Cucco}} safe at home.<ref>{{Cite|Somehow the Cuccos had gotten up onto the roof! The owner was relieved to see the birds safely returned home. No need to mention the part about using Cuccos as impromptu paragliders...|Gallery (Interface)|HWAoC}}</ref>
{{Noncanon|End}}


|frC1= Poulette<br>Poupoule {{ExpGame|ST}}<br>Cocotte {{ExpGame|ALBW|MM3D}}
==Trivia==
|frC2= Coq Volant<ref>{{Cite|Ci-gît le Coq Volant.|N/A|LA}}</ref>
*In {{ALBW}}, the {{Term|ALBW|Lorulean|link}} [[Fortune's Choice]] Guy will tell Link "not to Cucco out on him,"<ref>{{Cite|C’mon, don’t Cucco out on me. Wanna try your luck for 200 Rupees?|Fortune's Choice Guy|ALBW}}</ref> a play on the phrase "don't chicken out on me," which is a reference to the Cuccos being {{TLoZ|-}} series' counterpart to chickens. Similarly, in {{PH}}, [[Ciela]] refers to [[Linebeck]] multiple times as a Cucco for his cowardly tendencies,<ref>{{Cite|We made it to the port! It's so much farther to walk when the bridge is out! Now that we're here, let's look up Linebeck! I've met him once or twice. Can't say I care for him. He's an awfully big talker for such a big cucco! OK, let's head to the port!|Ciela|PH}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|What?! Is Linebeck shaking over there?! He's such a cucco!|Ciela|PH}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|Ahhh! I get it. Linebeck's nothing but a frozen, clucking cucco... Why don't you wait there, shivering. Just get real comfortable. Maybe you'll lay an egg! BA-GAWWWK!|Ciela|PH}}</ref> and {{BotW}} also continues this tradition with several NPCs.<ref>{{Cite|Yes, you are much like a Cucco. First you fly, and now you cluck. Most intriguing. I look forward to seeing you again.|Mimo|BotW}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|Sesami is such a Cucco.|Canolo|BotW}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|Hey, guy! Where are you going?! The trial is thataway! You're not Cuccoing out, are ya?|Damia|BotW}}</ref> However, they seem to be aware of chickens' existence, as evidenced by [[Cado]] in {{BotW|-}}.<ref>{{Cite|A Cucco that can't fly would be...just a glorified chicken! How boring!|Cado|BotW}}</ref> The only difference between chickens and Cuccos is that Cuccos are able to glide while held above the head.<ref>{{Cite|Oh, I'm sorry. I suppose I never told you that I look after Cuccos. Aren't they amazing? They're beautiful creatures who can fly you anywhere!|Cado|BotW}}</ref>


|frF1= Cocotte
==Nomenclature==
|frF2=  
The name "Cucco" is most probably an onomatopoeia of the sound a chicken makes.
 
{{Nomenclature}}
|de1= {{de|Huhn}}
|de2= Fliegender Gockel<ref>{{Cite|HIER RUHT DER FLIEGENDE GOCKEL|Plaque on the Weathercock|LA}}</ref>
 
|it1= Coccò
|it2=
 
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|ptP2=
 
|ptB1=
|ptB2=
 
|nl1=
|nl2=
 
|ru1=
|ru2=
 
|ko1= {{Romanize|꼬꼬|Kkokko}} {{ExpGame|ALBW}}
|ko2=
|chT1=
|chT2=


|chS1= {{Romanize|咕咕鸡|Gūgū Jī}}
===Other Names===
|chS2=
{{Other Names
|-
| Chicken<ref>{{Cite|{{Color|OoT Light Blue|Look! A}} chicken {{Color|OoT Light Blue|hatched from the}} egg {{Color|OoT Light Blue|you were incubating! It's the miracle of life!}}|Navi|OoT}}</ref>
| {{OoT}}
| {{OoT}}
| {{OoT3D}}
|-
| Chicken<ref>{{Cite Guide|quote= |game= MM |guide= Versus |page= 57}}</ref>
| {{MM}}
| {{Guide|MM|Versus}}
| {{MM}}
}}
}}


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:Dark Cucco.png|Dark World Cucco artwork from ''A Link to the Past''
File:ALttP Dark World Cucco Artwork.png|{{Term|ALttP|Dark World}} {{Term|ALttP|Cucco}} artwork from {{ALttP|-}}
File:OoT cucco artwork.png|Cucco artwork from ''Ocarina of Time''
File:OoTCucco.jpg|Early {{Plural|OoT3D|Cucco}} in {{OoT|-}}
File:MM Cucco.png|Cucco from ''Ocarina of Time'' and ''Majora's Mask''
File:MM Cucco Chicks Model.png|{{Plural|MM3D|Cucco|display=Cucco chicks}} from {{MM|-}}
File:OoT3D Cucco Render.png|Cucco from ''Ocarina of Time 3D''
File:MM3D Cucco Chick Model.png|{{Term|MM3D|Cucco|display=Cucco chick}} from {{MM3D|-}}
File:OoTCucco.jpg|Early Cuccos in ''Ocarina of Time''
File:Bremen March.jpg|{{Plural|MM3D|Cucco|display=Cucco chicks}} at {{Term|MM3D|Romani Ranch}} from {{MM|-}}
File:Cucco chick.png|Cucco chicks from ''Majora's Mask''
File:FSA Big Cucco Sprite.png|Large {{Term|FSA|Cucco}} from {{FSA|-}}
File:MM3D Cucco Chick Model.png|Cucco chick from ''Majora's Mask 3D''
File:TPCuccoCatching.jpg|{{Term|TPHD|Link}} attempting to catch a {{Term|TPHD|Cucco}} from {{TP|-}}
File:Bremen March.jpg|Cucco chicks at Romani Ranch in ''Majora's Mask''
File:ST Freight Car Cucco Model.png|{{Plural|ST|Cucco}} in the Spirit Train's Freight Car from {{ST|-}}
File:Flying Rooster.png|Gliding with a Flying Rooster in ''Oracle of Seasons''
File:ST Cucco Revenge Squad.png|Cucco's Revenge Squad from {{ST|-}}
File:FSA Big Cucco.gif|Large Cucco from ''Four Swords Adventures''
File:ST Cucco Farm.png|Cuccos in Hyrule Castle Town from {{ST|-}}
File:TPCuccoCatching.jpg|Link attempting to catch a Cucco in ''Twilight Princess''
File:ALBW Lorule Cucco Model.png|{{Term|ALBW|Lorule|display=Lorulean}} {{Term|ALBW|Cucco}} from {{ALBW|-}}
File:Cucco Freight.png|Cuccos in the Spirit Train's Freight Car from ''Spirit Tracks''
File:TFH Cucco Angry Model.png|Hostile {{Term|TFH|Cucco}} from {{TFH|-}}
File:ST Cucco Revenge Squad.png|Cucco's Revenge Squad in ''Spirit Tracks''
File:BotW Happy Thanksgiving Artwork.png|Artwork of a Cucco resting upon Link's head from {{BotW|-}}
File:ST Cucco Farm.png|Cuccos in Hyrule Castle Town in ''Spirit Tracks''
File:BotW Cucco Egg.jpg|A Cucco that has laid a Bird Egg from {{BotW|-}}
File:BotW Happy Thanksgiving Artwork.png|Artwork of a Cucco resting upon Link's head in ''Breath of the Wild''
File:BotW Cucco Alarm.jpg|A Cucco calling a squad from {{BotW|-}}
File:BotW Cucco Model.png|Cucco from ''Breath of the Wild''
File:BotW Cucco's Revenge Squad.jpg|Cuccos attacking Link from {{BotW|-}}
File:BotW Cucco Egg.jpg|A Cucco that has laid an egg in ''Breath of the Wild''
File:SSBfN3DS Cucco Trophy Model 2.png|A second trophy that can be earned featuring {{Plural|SSBfN3DS|Cucco}} from {{SSB4|3DS|-}}
File:BotW Cucco Alarm.jpg|A Cucco calling a squad in ''Breath of the Wild''
File:HW Golden Cucco Render.png|Artwork of a Gold Cucco from {{HW|-}}
File:BotW Cucco's Revenge Squad.jpg|Cuccos attacking Link in ''Breath of the Wild''
File:HW Silver Cucco Model.png|Silver Cucco from the Master Quest Pack and Boss Pack DLC from {{HW|-}}
File:Golden Cucco HW.png|Artwork of a Golden Cucco from ''Hyrule Warriors''
File:HW Brown Cucco Icon.png|Brown Cucco portrait from {{HW|-}}
File:HW Cucco Portrait.png|A portrait of a Cucco from ''Hyrule Warriors''
File:HW Linkle Boots Victory Animation.png|A Cucco on Linkle's head from her victory animation from {{HW|-}}
File:HW Golden Cucco Portrait.png|A portrait of a Golden Cucco from ''Hyrule Warriors''
File:HWDE Cucco Icon.png|Cucco portrait from {{HW|DE|-}}
File:HW Brown Cucco Portrait.png|A portrait of a Brown Cucco from ''Hyrule Warriors''
File:HWDE Gold Cucco Icon.png|Gold Cucco portrait from {{HW|DE|-}}
File:HW Silver Cucco Portrait.png|A portrait of a Silver Cucco from ''Hyrule Warriors''
File:HWDE Brown Cucco Icon.png|Brown Cucco portrait from {{HW|DE|-}}
File:HW Dark Cucco Portrait.png|A portrait of a Dark Cucco from ''Hyrule Warriors''
File:HWDE Silver Cucco Icon.png|Silver Cucco portrait from {{HW|DE|-}}
File:Silver Cucco HW.png|Silver Cucco from the ''Master Quest'' Pack and Boss Pack DLC from ''Hyrule Warriors''
File:HWDE Dark Cucco Icon.png|Dark Cucco portrait from {{HW|DE|-}}
File:HW Linkle Boots Victory Animation.png|A Cucco on Linkle's head from her victory animation in ''Hyrule Warriors''
File:HWDE Cucco Mini Map Icon.png|Cucco Mini Map icon from {{HW|DE|-}}
File:SSB4 Cucco Icon.png|The Cucco item from ''Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U''
File:HWDE Gold Cucco Mini Map Icon.png|Gold Cucco Mini Map icon from {{HW|DE|-}}
File:SSB4 Smash Run Cucco.png|Cucco from the Smash Run Mode in ''Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS''
File:HWDE Brown Cucco Mini Map Icon.png|Brown Cucco Mini Map icon from {{HW|DE|-}}
File:HWDE Silver Cucco Mini Map Icon.png|Silver Cucco Mini Map icon from {{HW|DE|-}}
File:HWDE Dark Cucco Mini Map Icon.png|Dark Cucco Mini Map icon from {{HW|DE|-}}
File:HWDE Giant Cucco Fighting.png|Giant Cucco fighting {{Plural|HWDE|Bokoblin}} in {{HWDE|-}}
File:SSB4 Cucco Icon.png|The Cucco item from {{SSB4|-}}
File:SSB4 Smash Run Cucco.png|Cucco from the Smash Run Mode from {{SSB4|-}}
File:SSBU Cucco Render.png|Render of a Cucco from {{SSBU|-}}
File:SSBU Cucco Model.png|A Cucco as seen in-game from {{SSBU|-}}
File:CoH Cucco Sprite.png|A {{Term|CoH|Cucco}} from {{CoH|-}}
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===Video Gallery===
===Video Gallery===
{{Youtube|3jWZJaHgAnc|200|Cucco trailer from ''Hyrule Warriors''}}
{{Youtube|3jWZJaHgAnc|200|Cucco trailer from {{HW|-}}}}


==See Also==
==See Also==
*[[Super Cucco Game]]
* {{Term|Series|Cojiro|link}}
*[[Cuccodex]]
* {{Term|Series|Cucco Chick|link}}
*[[Mt. Cucco]]
* {{Term|Series|Cucco Leader|link}}
* {{Term|Series|Cuccodex|link}}
* {{Term|Series|Dark Cucco|link}}
* {{Term|Series|Flying Cucco|link}}
* {{Term|Series|Flying Rooster|link}}
* {{Term|Series|Gold Cucco|link}}
* {{Term|Series|Mt. Cucco|link}}
* {{Term|Series|Super Cucco|link}}
* {{Term|Series|Talon's Chicken Game|link}}


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Cuccos are recurring Animals in The Legend of Zelda series.[2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9][10] They are well known for attacking Link if he attacks them for an extended period of time, and are sometimes known as the Cucco's Revenge Squad.

Characteristics

A Link to the Past

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ALttP Cucco Dark World Sprite.png

Cuccos can be found in Kakariko Village in A Link to the Past. This game introduced their vengeful "revenge squad" behavior. Cucco-like monsters appear in the Dark World, reacting to attacks with the same movements and sound effects, including the same "revenge squad" behavior.

Link's Awakening

LADX Cucco Sprite.png

Cuccos in Link's Awakening cannot be lifted or thrown without the aid of the Power Bracelet, and can mainly be found in Mabe Village. They can be killed using the Magic Powder or Magic Rod. This is the only game in which Cuccos can be killed. When Cuccos are killed, the cuccoo revenge squad will disappear and stop attacking. The ability to kill Cuccos is removed in the Switch version of the game.

On Koholint Island's mountain range, a hen house can be found housing the Cucco Keeper and several Cuccos.

Ocarina of Time

OoT3D Cucco Icon.png
Link surrounded by Cuccos in Ocarina of Time

Cuccos can be found in a variety of places in Ocarina of Time, and again attack Link in swarms if struck. As a new feature, Link can grab a Cucco and use it to glide slowly when jumping off a cliff. This technique is known as Cucco Gliding, and can be used several times throughout the game to earn Pieces of Heart. Unlike the Flying Rooster, Cuccos grabbed in this and later games cause Link to slowly glide downward instead of fly upwards.

OoT3D Weird Egg Icon.png

When Link first encounters Malon in the Town Market she tells him of her father who had come to the Castle to deliver milk but fell asleep whilst doing so.[11] She offers Link a Weird Egg that she had been incubating in return for looking for him.[12] After a day passes, a Cucco will hatch from the egg.[13] The Cucco is necessary for Link to awaken Talon inside the castle.[14]

Anju, who can be found in Kakariko Village, requests that Link helps return her missing Cuccos to their pen. If this task is accomplished, Link can earn a Bottle. When Link returns later, the Cuccos will found to be out of their pen once more. He can complete the task as many times as he returns to the village. Anju will instead give him fifty Rupees each time.

A second Bottle, filled with Lon Lon Milk, can be won in Talon's Chicken Game. This minigame is only accessible as a child at Lon Lon Ranch, and requires Link to pick Talon's three Super Cuccos from among a brood of regular Cuccos.[15] There is no discernible difference in appearance or behavior between these Super Cuccos and regular Cuccos.

Ocarina of Time also features Cojiro, the only known blue Cucco, and a smaller variant known as the Pocket Cucco.

Majora's Mask

In Majora's Mask, Cuccos appear and function the same as in Ocarina of Time. The Cucco Shack at Romani Ranch is home to a number of Cucco chicks, which Link helps to mature into adulthood using the Bremen Mask. There is also one Cucco in the Barn. However, other than maturing the baby Cuccos to obtain the Bunny Hood, Cuccos serve no purpose in this game and cannot effectively be used for gliding.

Oracle of Seasons

File:Cuccos Chicks.png
A mother Cucco leading her chicks from Oracle of Seasons

Cuccos in Oracle of Seasons appear similarly and function identically to those found in Link's Awakening, however they cannot be killed. An interesting attribute of Cuccos unique to Oracle of Seasons and Oracle of Ages is the effect Mystery Seeds have on them. If a Cucco has not called in the Revenge Squad when it is hit by a Mystery Seed, it will be reverted to a baby form of itself which will continue to swarm Link. However, this baby form cannot damage Link.

If the Cucco has called in the Revenge Squad, then it will instead triple in size, hurting Link through physical contact until he leaves. When a Cucco is enlarged like this, it becomes impossible to pick up, and will immediately begin to attack Link if he attacks it again.

Oracle of Ages

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Four Swords Adventures

A Cucco in Four Swords Adventures
A Cucco in Four Swords Adventures

Cuccos in Four Swords Adventures are similar to the ones in A Link to the Past, attacking Link with a Cucco Revenge Squad when attacked.

The Minish Cap

Figurine Galleryhide ▲
Figurine
TMC Cucco! Figurine Sprite.png
Number
060
Description

With a boisterous crow and a cute
crest, these feathered friends
are the most popular pets in Hyrule.
The baby chicks like small bugs.

FigurineNumberDescription
TMC Cucco! Figurine Sprite.png
060

With a boisterous crow and a cute
crest, these feathered friends
are the most popular pets in Hyrule.
The baby chicks like small bugs.

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TMC Cucco Chick Sprite.png

The Cuccos of The Minish Cap are mostly the same as in A Link to the Past, though there are golden Cuccos that appear only for a minigame along with small yellow Cucco Chicks. The Cuccos play a part in a mini game where Link has to capture the Cuccos before the time runs out. The golden Cuccos are the most hyper and will escape the Link's grasp much more frequently than the white Cuccos. If Link hits a Cucco when it is trapped in a corner more than about 20 times, it will run around the whole of Hyrule Town and may cause Link harm. The Cucco chicks will attack Link if he is Minish-sized. Link can fuse Kinstones with the Cucco chicks on Swiftblade's house if he is in Minish form.

Twilight Princess

Link using the Golden Cucco to reach the Sacred Grove in Twilight Princess

Cuccos in Twilight Princess come in white, brown and other realistic chicken colors. When attacked repeatedly, the Cuccos no longer call in the revenge squad. Instead, attacking them allows Link to control the Cucco for ten seconds, similar to how Seagulls could be controlled with Hyoi Pears in The Wind Waker.

The Oocca are very similar to Cuccos in appearance and name. When Link grabs one in City in the Sky, they can even be used to glide like a regular Cucco.

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Rusl lent Link a shiny Golden Cucco with faster flight abilities that allowed Link to reach the Sacred Grove. Unlike other Twilight Princess Cuccos, the Golden Cucco cannot be controlled by striking it repeatedly. If Link speaks to him as Wolf Link, he will sing a familiar rhyme, but with a twist.[16]

Cucco Leader

Main article: Cucco Leader

A white Cucco known as the Cucco Leader is the Leader of all Cats in the Hidden Village. Unlike other Cuccos, he is not arrogant, but seems to genuinely care for all the Cats and wants them to be happy.

Phantom Hourglass

PH Cucco Model.png

Cuccos in Phantom Hourglass appear and function similarly to their counterparts in Ocarina of Time. The Revenge Squad comes at Link at much higher speed than any other game, making them a more lethal force.

Spirit Tracks

Cuccos in Spirit Tracks appear as white birds. When attacked repeatedly, many Cuccos will fly and attack Link for as long as the attacked Cucco is red. Additionally, they can be transported in a Freight Car. Georgio, in northwestern Castle Town, sells groups of five for 50 Rupees.[17] Link can only transport up to five Cuccos at a time.[18] Like with other cargo items, Link loses a Cucco every time his Train is hit.[19] Link can earn a Force Gem by bringing ten Cuccos to Harry in Aboda Village. Link can obtain another Force Gem by bringing five of them to Rael at the Sand Sanctuary.[20] Rael wishes to study their vengeful behavior in order to "harness this unbelievable Cucco power for good of mankind."[21]

A Link Between Worlds

In A Link Between Worlds, Cuccos appear in Kakariko Village and directly to its south, where the Cucco Girl runs the Cucco Ranch Mini-Game. In it, Link is tasked with avoiding large numbers of Cuccos of different sizes in a given amount of time to win Rupees and a Piece of Heart. Cuccos can also be used to glide to places that cannot normally be reached, such as rooftops; several Items must be obtained this way. Cuccos in Lorule sport dark feathers and bald pink heads, reminiscent of Vultures, but behave identically to regular Cuccos.

Tri Force Heroes

In Tri Force Heroes, Cuccos appear in the Sky Realm. They are primarily used for gliding from one platform to another. If one of the Links attacks a Cucco repeatedly, then instead of calling upon a squad of Cuccos to attack him, the Cucco will turn orange and behave erratically for a short time while attacking any Link that draws near, before becoming docile again.

Breath of the Wild

Hyrule Compendium Entry
047 (047) Cucco
BotW Hyrule Compendium Cucco.png
Description
Villages often raise these birds for their eggs, but some people actually keep them as pets. They can't fly but can flap their wings mighty furiously if picked up. They're usually calm creatures, but if you're persistent in your torment of them... Well...
Common Locations
West Necluda
East Necluda
Recoverable Materials
Bird Egg

In Breath of the Wild, Cuccos are often seen in populated areas such as towns and Stables. They will peacefully wander around, occasionally pecking at the ground, presumably in search of insects. Like in previous games, if Link leaps off a high surface, they will allow him to glide short distances. When gliding for significant distances with a Cucco, Link's Stamina Gauge will deplete.

Cuccos are mostly raised for their Eggs, but they are sometimes kept as pets by the people of Hyrule.[22] If Link attempts to hit them with a weapon, they will squawk and attempt to flee, sometimes dropping Bird Eggs when this happens. However, if Link does this four times, a cutscene will play where the Cucco crows for their revenge squad, much like Ocarina of Time, but the Cucco can be seen repeatedly jumping and dropping feathers, and after the cutscene ends, the harassed Cucco will summon a swarm of Cuccos. Cuccos will also swarm and attack a monster if the Cucco is attacked once by that monster. While under attack from this swarm, it is possible for Link to rest at a Campfire or Cooking Pot. Doing so will effectively end the attack from the swarm. The swarm will also end if Link goes inside a building. The Cucco who crowed for the revenge squad will not move at all until the swarm ends, instead repeatedly doing the same animation of crowing for the revenge squad, as if crowing for more of their revenge squad.

Tears of the Kingdom

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Specialized Behavior

Cucco's Revenge Squad

Cuccos attacking Link

Ever since the introduction of the Cucco in A Link to the Past, if Link attacks a Cucco enough times, a large group of indestructible Cuccos will attack him; this flock of pestered poultry is rightly named the Cucco's Revenge Squad. In most titles, attacking a Cucco up to 30 or more times will summon the attacking flock. The flock will continuously attack Link until he either perishes, waits 10 seconds for them to fly away or leaves the area, as Cuccos cannot follow Link into different maps. However, in Ocarina of Time and Majora's Mask, the attacking flock will stay around forever until Link either perishes or leaves the area.

In A Link to the Past, Cuccos appear in both the Light World and the Dark World, making it possible for the attacking flock to appear in both worlds.

In Ocarina of Time, they appear in Lon Lon Ranch, Kakariko Village, and Zora's River. There are some, but few areas in which Link cannot get hurt by the Cucco's Revenge Squad, in which Link is still in the area. Some of these areas are, but are not limited to the Well in Kakariko Village from Ocarina of Time, and a few steps back from the cage in the Astral Observatory from Majora's Mask. Link also cannot be harmed by Cuccos if he is on Epona. When a Cucco has been hit enough times, a cutscene will follow where it will crow for the revenge squad. If a Cucco is hit by even a single blast from a Bomb, it will immediately crow for them.

In all three Zelda games for the Game Boy and Game Boy Color, the squad also makes an appearance, protecting their injured brethren from further harm from Link.

While Cuccos are missing in The Wind Waker, Pigs also attack Link when provoked. Nearby Pigs will begin attacking Link, but more will not spawn.

The Cucco Revenge Squad disappears in Twilight Princess, as attacking a Cucco many times will result in being able to control the Cucco for about 10 seconds. The reason for the Revenge Squad's absence is unknown. Ordon Goats from Ordon Village also serve the same purpose as the Cuccos. When herding them, if Link whoops at them too much they will turn red, turn around and knock Link off of Epona. When possessing a Cucco, Cats will attack it.

The squad returned in Phantom Hourglass and Spirit Tracks, and subsequent games afterward. In Breath of the Wild, certain enemies can be tricked into attacking Cuccos, which will result in in the flock attacking the enemy.

Cucco Gliding

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Cucco Gliding originated in Link's Awakening and can be seen in other games such as Ocarina of Time, Twilight Princess, and Phantom Hourglass. In order to glide, Link must grab a Cucco, run off a ledge, and he will glide safely to the ground with the Cucco squirming and frantically flapping its wings.

Cucco gliding is used primarily to gain access to Eagle's Tower by helping Link acquire the Bird Key, using the Flying Rooster. Flight-by-Fowl in Twilight Princess focuses on Cucco gliding. In Tri Force Heroes, Cucco gliding is used in some areas to progress forward in the Sky Realm.

Cucco Steal

In Four Swords Adventures, by using a Crystal Ball a special Cucco behavior called the Cucco Steal can be triggered. When activated, a summoned Cucco will fly around, steal an item from an opposing player, and bring it back to the player who threw the Crystal Ball. The item grabbed will differ across game modes; it will steal a Force Gem if playing in Hyrulean Adventure or a Heart if playing in Shadow Battle. Aside from traveling to the opposite screen of the offensive player there is no way to evade becoming a possible target.

Other Appearances

Non-Canon Information

Hyrule Warriors

File:HW Cucco Render.png
The playable giant Cucco from Hyrule Warriors

In Hyrule Warriors, Cuccos appear as neutral units on the battlefields, usually with only one spawning. When attacked and having been damaged enough, they will turn hostile and start spawning more Cuccos that will follow and attack the player's Warrior. Unlike many previous appearances of Cuccos, they are not invincible and can be defeated. However, they have a significantly high amount of health and high attack power. A golden Cucco, which serves as an enemy general, may usually be summoned among the third wave of Cuccos.

In some Adventure Mode battles, instead of a normal Cucco spawning, the golden variant will appear from the start, visiting Keeps and looking for food in them to power itself up. The player's Warrior will be tasked to stop it before reaching full power. In other battles, a pair of Cuccos may fight over a Keep until it is claimed. In this situation, the player's Warrior may choose to quell the fight before a victor can be declared. If the Cuccos are not calmed, the victor will immediately capture the Keep, and populate it with an army of Cuccos. This army will then begin to campaign towards other Keeps, sending Cuccos as raid parties until the Cucco army has captured a total of three Keeps.

A different Adventure Mode battle involves having to escort a Cucco chick to its mother, the Mama Cucco, while keeping it safe from enemies in the process. Escorting the Cucco chick back to its mother will summon Cucco reinforcements to join the Allied Force. However, if the chick is not teamed up with Mama Cucco in time, the Cucco will turn hostile.

In the Master Quest, Twilight, and Termina maps, as well as in the Boss Challenge and Ganon's Fury modes, a rare silver Cucco variant will sometimes randomly appear in certain battles. Upon defeat, it grants 10,000 Rupees.[verification needed]

The Boss DLC Pack also introduces an unlockable Challenge Mode called Cucco's Fury, which features a playable, giant Cucco. This mode is unlocked after clearing Survival Mode Lv. 3 of Ganon's Fury with an A-Rank. Unlike other characters, the giant Cucco is extremely limited in its moveset, consisting of only a two-hit pecking attack as its normal combo and a tackle as its Strong Attack. Its Special Attack summons flocks of Cuccos to stampede enemies around a wide area. It also cannot use items. Similarly to Ganon in Ganon's Fury, the Cucco cannot be upgraded at the Bazaar and does not gain new weapons. Despite this, in-game data shows that it is equipped with a weapon called Cucco's Spirit, which is of the Light element.

One of Lana's special attacks with the Summoning Gates can also summon a giant Cucco to attack enemies.

Cuccos also assist Linkle in some of her attacks with the Boots.

In the 3DS port, the first chapter of Linkle's story has her leading an army of Cuccos in order to recover her stolen compass from the Skull Kid and to stop Ghirahim from summoning the fully revived version of The Imprisoned.

My Nintendo Picross: Twilight Princess

Non-Canon Information
MNPTP Cucco Sprite.png

The twenty-first puzzle in the Picross series and the twenty-seventh puzzle in the Mega Picross series depict a Cucco.

Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS / Wii U

In Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS / Wii U, Cuccos appear as items. When thrown, they release a group of Cuccos who will attack the targeted opponent and anyone else in the way. They also appear in their A Link to the Past appearance as enemies in the Nintendo 3DS exclusive mode, Smash Run.

# Trophy Appears in Description How to unlock
3DS Logo.svg WiiU.svg
198
200 		SSBfN3DS Cucco Trophy Model.png SSBfWU Cucco Trophy Model.png A Link to the Past

Ocarina of Time 		Why exactly a Cucco flees is anyone's guess. Maybe it knows what will happen when it is attacked and is trying to save you from that boundless rage. Once angered, it will call its flock and attack the last player to hit it. If thrown, whoever it hits will suffer its flock's wrath. Random
Cucco
209 SSBfN3DS Cucco Trophy Model 2.png N/A Ocarina of Time

Ocarina of Time 3D 		Now here's a creature that's just poultry in motion. It usually minds its own business, but if you attack it, the chickens will come home to roost-by body-slamming you over and over...and over... A pretty fowl tactic if you ask us. It's almost futile to fight back, and eventually they'll lose interest and stop driving you Cucco. Random
Cucco

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Cucco — Spirit Battle Information
SSBU Cucco Spirit Icon.png
Cucco
SSBU Support Spirit Icon.png Support Spirit
No. 186 		Team Power SSBU Grab Type Icon.png Grab | 2200 Rank ★ NOVICE Fighter(s)
Stage Skyloft (Battlefield) Theme "Village of the Blue Maiden" Tiny SSBU Falco Stock Icon 7.png Falco Team
SSBU Falco Stock Icon 7.png Falco x4
Rule(s) Item: Cucco Hazard(s) —
Condition(s)
 • The enemy favors neutral air attacks
 • Reinforcements will appear after an enemy is KO'd
 • The enemy is easily distracted by items
Cucco — Spirit Information
SSBU Cucco Spirit Icon.png

Cucco
No. 186 		Rank ★ NOVICE Cost ⬣
Skill
Floaty Jumps
Slows your fall speed after jumping.

In Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Cuccos appear as a Spirit with the ability, Floaty Jumps, which grants a Fighter a slow fall after jumping. Cuccos also appear as Throwing Items. If they are thrown at a Fighter, they will flock together and attack that Fighter. Similarly, if they are attacked by a Fighter, they will also attack that Fighter. If a Cucco is damaged by a stage hazard, like spikes for instance, the Cucco will call on a flock and attack every fighter.

Link's Crossbow Training

Ambiguously Canon Information
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Cadence of Hyrule

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Cuccos appear in Cadence of Hyrule.

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity

Non-Canon Information

Cuccos are the subject of "The Great Cucco Escape" Quest, in which Impa is tasked with retrieving several Cuccos that have escaped from a farm in Kakariko Village.[10] After finding the Cuccos on a roof, Impa uses them as impromptu Paragliders and returns them to the farmer, who is happy to see her Cuccos safe at home.[23]

Trivia

  • In A Link Between Worlds, the Lorulean Fortune's Choice Guy will tell Link "not to Cucco out on him,"[24] a play on the phrase "don't chicken out on me," which is a reference to the Cuccos being The Legend of Zelda series' counterpart to chickens. Similarly, in Phantom Hourglass, Ciela refers to Linebeck multiple times as a Cucco for his cowardly tendencies,[25][26][27] and Breath of the Wild also continues this tradition with several NPCs.[28][29][30] However, they seem to be aware of chickens' existence, as evidenced by Cado in Breath of the Wild.[31] The only difference between chickens and Cuccos is that Cuccos are able to glide while held above the head.[32]

Nomenclature

The name "Cucco" is most probably an onomatopoeia of the sound a chicken makes.

ZW Nomenclature Asset.png Names in Other Regions ZW Nomenclature Asset 2.png
LanguageNamesMeanings
Japan
Japanese
  • コッコ (Kokko) (LANS | TMC | BotW)[36]
  • めざましドリ (Mezamashidori) (OoT)[37]
  •  
  • Alarm Clock Rooster
The Republic of ChinaThe Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of ChinaThe Macao Special Administrative Region of China
ChineseTR
  • 雞 (Jī) (LANS)
  • 咕咕雞 (Gūgū jī) (BotW)
  •  
  •  
The People's Republic of China
ChineseSI
  • 鸡 (Jī) (LANS)
  • 咕咕鸡 (Gūgūjī) (BotW)
  • Chicken
  •  
The Kingdom of the Netherlands
Dutch
Cucco (BotW)[38]
Canada
FrenchCA
Cucco (LCT)[39]
The French Republic
FrenchEU
Cocotte (BotW) 
The Federal Republic of Germany
German
Huhn (BotW) 
The Italian Republic
Italian
Coccò (LANS | OoT | OoT3D | FSA | ALBW | BotW)[33][34][35]From "coccodè" (onomatopoeia for clucking)
The Republic of Korea
Korean
꼬꼬 (Kkokko) (BotW) 
The Russian Federation
Russian
Кокко (Kokko) (BotW) 
Latin America
SpanishLA
  • Cuco (BotW)
  • Cucco (LCT)[40]
  •  
  •  
This table was generated using translation pages.
To request an addition, please contact a staff member with a reference.

Other Names

These names, though from official English sources, are not considered Canon by Zelda Wiki as they contradict a name or names from a higher-priority source.
Name
Chicken[41]
Applies to
Ocarina of Time
Source

Ocarina of Time

Superseded by
Ocarina of Time 3D
Name
Chicken[42]
Applies to
Majora's Mask
Source

The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask—Official Perfect Guide by Versus Books

Superseded by
Majora's Mask
NameApplies toSourceSuperseded by
Chicken[41]
Ocarina of Time

Ocarina of Time

Ocarina of Time 3D
Chicken[42]
Majora's Mask

The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask—Official Perfect Guide by Versus Books

Majora's Mask

Gallery

  • Dark World Cucco artwork from A Link to the Past

    Dark World Cucco artwork from A Link to the Past

  • Early Cuccos in Ocarina of Time

    Early Cuccos in Ocarina of Time

  • Cucco chicks from Majora's Mask

    Cucco chicks from Majora's Mask

  • Cucco chick from Majora's Mask 3D

    Cucco chick from Majora's Mask 3D

  • Cucco chicks at Romani Ranch from Majora's Mask

    Cucco chicks at Romani Ranch from Majora's Mask

  • Large Cucco from Four Swords Adventures

    Large Cucco from Four Swords Adventures

  • Link attempting to catch a Cucco from Twilight Princess

    Link attempting to catch a Cucco from Twilight Princess

  • Cuccos in the Spirit Train's Freight Car from Spirit Tracks

    Cuccos in the Spirit Train's Freight Car from Spirit Tracks

  • Cucco's Revenge Squad from Spirit Tracks

    Cucco's Revenge Squad from Spirit Tracks

  • Cuccos in Hyrule Castle Town from Spirit Tracks

    Cuccos in Hyrule Castle Town from Spirit Tracks

  • Lorulean Cucco from A Link Between Worlds

    Lorulean Cucco from A Link Between Worlds

  • Hostile Cucco from Tri Force Heroes

    Hostile Cucco from Tri Force Heroes

  • Artwork of a Cucco resting upon Link's head from Breath of the Wild

    Artwork of a Cucco resting upon Link's head from Breath of the Wild

  • A Cucco that has laid a Bird Egg from Breath of the Wild

    A Cucco that has laid a Bird Egg from Breath of the Wild

  • A Cucco calling a squad from Breath of the Wild

    A Cucco calling a squad from Breath of the Wild

  • Cuccos attacking Link from Breath of the Wild

    Cuccos attacking Link from Breath of the Wild

  • A second trophy that can be earned featuring Cuccos from Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS

    A second trophy that can be earned featuring Cuccos from Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS

  • Artwork of a Gold Cucco from Hyrule Warriors

    Artwork of a Gold Cucco from Hyrule Warriors

  • Silver Cucco from the Master Quest Pack and Boss Pack DLC from Hyrule Warriors

    Silver Cucco from the Master Quest Pack and Boss Pack DLC from Hyrule Warriors

  • Brown Cucco portrait from Hyrule Warriors

    Brown Cucco portrait from Hyrule Warriors

  • A Cucco on Linkle's head from her victory animation from Hyrule Warriors

    A Cucco on Linkle's head from her victory animation from Hyrule Warriors

  • Cucco portrait from Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition

    Cucco portrait from Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition

  • Gold Cucco portrait from Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition

    Gold Cucco portrait from Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition

  • Brown Cucco portrait from Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition

    Brown Cucco portrait from Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition

  • Silver Cucco portrait from Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition

    Silver Cucco portrait from Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition

  • Dark Cucco portrait from Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition

    Dark Cucco portrait from Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition

  • Cucco Mini Map icon from Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition

    Cucco Mini Map icon from Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition

  • Gold Cucco Mini Map icon from Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition

    Gold Cucco Mini Map icon from Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition

  • Brown Cucco Mini Map icon from Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition

    Brown Cucco Mini Map icon from Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition

  • Silver Cucco Mini Map icon from Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition

    Silver Cucco Mini Map icon from Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition

  • Dark Cucco Mini Map icon from Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition

    Dark Cucco Mini Map icon from Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition

  • Giant Cucco fighting Bokoblins in Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition

    Giant Cucco fighting Bokoblins in Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition

  • The Cucco item from Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS / Wii U

    The Cucco item from Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS / Wii U

  • Cucco from the Smash Run Mode from Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS / Wii U

    Cucco from the Smash Run Mode from Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS / Wii U

  • Render of a Cucco from Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

    Render of a Cucco from Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

  • A Cucco as seen in-game from Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

    A Cucco as seen in-game from Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

  • A Cucco from Cadence of Hyrule

    A Cucco from Cadence of Hyrule

Video Gallery

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Cucco trailer from Hyrule Warriors

See Also

Notes

References

  1. ↑ "Let's start with the Cucco." — Hyrule Warriors Direct , YouTube, published August 4, 2014.
  2. ↑ Art & Artifacts, Dark Horse Books, pg. 388 (ALttP)
  3. ↑ Encyclopedia, Dark Horse Books, pg. 120 (ST)
  4. ↑ "Cucco" — Hyrule Compendium (Breath of the Wild)
  5. ↑ "Cucco" — Hyrule Compendium (Tears of the Kingdom)
  6. ↑ "You’ll lose points for shooting Cuccos and other living things." (Link's Crossbow Training manual, pg. 10)
  7. ↑ "Beware of Cucco" — Sign (Defenders of the Triforce)
  8. ↑ "Cucco
    Cuccos will wander around the stage, minding their own business. If you're heartless enough to attack one, you deserve what you get.    " — Items (Super Smash Bros. Ultimate)
  9. ↑ "Defeated By: Cucco" — Game Over (Cadence of Hyrule)
  10. ↑ "Are you going to the castle, fairy boy? Would you mind finding my dad? He must have fallen asleep somewhere around the castle. What a thing for an adult to do! Tee hee!" — Malon (Ocarina of Time)
  11. ↑ "Oh yeah, if you'll look for him, I'll give this to you. I've been incubating this egg very carefully... Tee hee!" — Malon (Ocarina of Time)
  12. ↑ "Look! A Cucco hatched from the egg you were incubating! It's the miracle of life!" — N/A (Ocarina of Time 3D)
  13. ↑ "What in tarnation? Can't a person get a little shut-eye around here?" — Talon (Ocarina of Time)
  14. ↑ "Well how about a little game? These three Cuccos I have here are special Super Cuccos! I'm going to throw these Cuccos into that there gaggle of normal Cuccos. If you can pick out these three special birds from among the normal Cuccos within the time limit, I'll give you something good." — Talon (Ocarina of Time)
  15. ↑ "Twinkle, twinkle, little Cucco... I am gold and not for you-oo..." — Golden Cucco (Twilight Princess HD)
  16. ↑ "My Cuccos are getting so big, it's almost time to start selling them! If you hear of anyone who wants to buy some Cuccos, please let me know! The price is 50 Rupees for five birds!" — Georgio (Spirit Tracks)
  17. ↑ "It looks like you already have a bunch of Cuccos roosting in your freight car! They get awfully upset if they're overcrowded, so we can't squeeze in any more." — Georgio (Spirit Tracks)
  18. ↑ "You might know already, but the Cuccos will run off if the carriage is hit. Some bandits even aim to hit your train and steal Cuccos, so watch out!" — Georgio (Spirit Tracks)
  19. ↑ "Would you bring me some Cuccos? The more Cuccos, the better. At the very least, I'd like five. Once you bring them to me, I'll give you something nice." — Rael (Spirit Tracks)
  20. ↑ "[Cuccos] are flightless. But when cornered, they can call their friends to unleash an amazing power. I want to study this phenomenon more closely... My goal is to harness this unbelievable Cucco power for the good of mankind." — Rael (Spirit Tracks)
  21. ↑ "Villages often raise these birds for their eggs, but some people actually keep them as pets." — Hyrule Compendium (Breath of the Wild)
  22. ↑ "Somehow the Cuccos had gotten up onto the roof! The owner was relieved to see the birds safely returned home. No need to mention the part about using Cuccos as impromptu paragliders..." — Gallery (Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity)
  23. ↑ "C’mon, don’t Cucco out on me. Wanna try your luck for 200 Rupees?" — Fortune's Choice Guy (A Link Between Worlds)
  24. ↑ "We made it to the port! It's so much farther to walk when the bridge is out! Now that we're here, let's look up Linebeck! I've met him once or twice. Can't say I care for him. He's an awfully big talker for such a big cucco! OK, let's head to the port!" — Ciela (Phantom Hourglass)
  25. ↑ "What?! Is Linebeck shaking over there?! He's such a cucco!" — Ciela (Phantom Hourglass)
  26. ↑ "Ahhh! I get it. Linebeck's nothing but a frozen, clucking cucco... Why don't you wait there, shivering. Just get real comfortable. Maybe you'll lay an egg! BA-GAWWWK!" — Ciela (Phantom Hourglass)
  27. ↑ "Yes, you are much like a Cucco. First you fly, and now you cluck. Most intriguing. I look forward to seeing you again." — Mimo (Breath of the Wild)
  28. ↑ "Sesami is such a Cucco." — Canolo (Breath of the Wild)
  29. ↑ "Hey, guy! Where are you going?! The trial is thataway! You're not Cuccoing out, are ya?" — Damia (Breath of the Wild)
  30. ↑ "A Cucco that can't fly would be...just a glorified chicken! How boring!" — Cado (Breath of the Wild)
  31. ↑ "Oh, I'm sorry. I suppose I never told you that I look after Cuccos. Aren't they amazing? They're beautiful creatures who can fly you anywhere!" — Cado (Breath of the Wild)
  32. ↑ Enciclopedia di Hyrule, Magazzini Salani, pg. 120
  33. ↑ "Ah, che coccò adorabile." — Old Man (Four Swords Adventures, Italian localization)
  34. ↑ "Benvenuto all'Aia Coccò!
    Qua ci stanno tanti bei coccò!    " — Sign (A Link Between Worlds, Italian localization)
  35. ↑ Nintendo Official Guidebook—The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap, Shogakukan, pg. 145
  36. ↑ Nintendo Official Guidebook—The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, Shogakukan, pg. 153
  37. ↑ "Cucco" — Hyrule Compendium (Breath of the Wild)
  38. ↑ "Vous perdrez des points si vous tirez sur des Cuccos et d’autres choses vivantes." (Link's Crossbow Training manual, pg. 20)
  39. ↑ "Perderás puntos si le disparas a los Cuccos o a otras cosas vivientes." (Link's Crossbow Training manual, pg. 30)
  40. ↑ "Look! A chicken hatched from the egg you were incubating! It's the miracle of life!" — Navi (Ocarina of Time)
  41. ↑ The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask—Official Perfect Guide, Versus Books, pg. 57
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