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Chicken Running Afowl Near LIRR Station In Forest Hills, Queens

NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) -- Why did the chicken cross the road?

Apparently to stop traffic along 71st Avenue and amuse residents in Queens.

1010 WINS' Eileen Lehpamer With More On The Story

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Locals told 1010 WINS' Eileen Lehpamer that the bird has been running afowl, wandering near the Forest Hills Long Island Rail Road station.

The bird has become a local celebrity, but there is still a debate raging about whether it is a he or a she -- a rooster or a hen.

Whatever it's gender, the chicken garnered the attention of onlookers, who have been taking plenty of pictures and video.

The Chicken of Forest Hills, Queens, NY by VestalFabia on YouTube
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