Chickens have taken over Fortnite's ecosystem during Avian Ambush Week, dominating over sharks, wolves, frogs, and boars. These special quests offer valuable free XP and rewards, making them a must-complete for savvy players.
Epic Games introduced this fresh twist, and as experienced Fortnite guides, we've broken down every Avian Ambush quest with proven strategies to help you rack up XP efficiently.
Tip: One quest involves opening safes while holding a chicken—check our Fortnite safe locations guide for Season 6 if needed.
Fortnite continues to captivate millions, keeping gameplay fresh season after season. Per the official Fortnite Blog, Avian Ambush Week spotlights chickens as ecosystem kings. They've wiped out other animals and now fight back when attacked.
Grab a chicken to peck nearby enemies, or hunt shiny Loot Chickens (spared by their kin, like crows) for extra loot.
Avian Ambush Week runs until March 15, 2022, at 8:59 a.m. ET. Complete these quests before the Animal Kingdom resets and a new theme week launches at 9:00 a.m. ET.
With chickens everywhere, tackle these challenges:
Post-event, chickens retain defensive behaviors and Loot Chickens linger for ongoing fun.
Also read: Red vs. Blue, Creative Challenges, and Crossover Events in Fortnite
