You could replace Pawns with Sloths. But you'd have to get rid of the two-step initial move.
Chickens should be a new piece in chess

The chicken piece could roost out of harm's way but would have to take a turn to alight before being allowed to capture.
What about the Tutu Chicken? It’s like a knight that can move three spaces in any direction! It’s very useful and under appreciated
There should be a chicken piece that is equal to the queen. Chickens are amazing.