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- Bantam
Most of the standard bred breeds have a recognized bantam counterpart. Bantams are ideal for the fancier who may not have as much space for a large fowl flock. Bantams require less coop space and can more easily be housed in a backyard or garage. Bantams utilize less feed than their large fowl versions. Less food consumed means less waste produced! Bantams are a good option for the novice poultry owner who may need a smaller sized bird for ease of handling or for the Junior Showman.
We have chosen parent stock for our Bantam Collection that meets the breed standard as defined by both APA and ABA. Each of the breeds in our Bantam Collection have been examined by APA and/or ABA licensed judges.
While we cannot guarantee any purchase will be a show winner, we do guarantee they will have come from stock that would pass muster at any APA/ABA sanctioned show. If you have any questions about which of our Bantam Collection might be right for you, or you need assistance placing your order, call 419-562-1993 today and a member of our team will be happy to help.
Old English Game (OEGB) Bantams
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Brown Red Old English
The Old English Game Bantam (OEGB) has ancient roots evolving from fighting fowl in Britain when the nobility developed smaller versions for cockfighting. They became a popular show bird after the sport's ban in the 1850s. They are prized for their beauty, heritage, and spirited nature. They are an active, noisy, and sometimes assertive little bird, demanding experienced keepers who appreciate their warrior ancestry and striking appearance over docility. OEGB were first show in New York in 1914. Quickly becoming popular, they were admitted in to the APA in 1925.
The OEGB is a small, tightly feathered bird with an upright, showy stance. They have white skin and lay white to lightly tinted eggs. A true ornamental bird, the females lay relatively few eggs, 2-3, per week. Males mature at 30 oz, females at 27 oz. Males are required to be dubbed for showing.
Straight run only: $4.00 per chick
Single Comb Clean Legged (SCCL) Bantams
Phoenix- COMING SOON
The Phoenix was created in Germany by crossing long tailed Japanese breeds with European breeds like the leghorn. The result was a long tailed, ornamental chicken with a pheasant like appearance that was able to tolerate the European climates in which the Japanese breeds could not. Phoenix was known in America prior to 1924. The Bantam version was approved by the APA in (silver 83/gold 65). Phoenix are bright, lively, social birds. The hens lay a small light cream egg and have a strong mothering ability. Males mature at 30 oz, females at 28 oz.
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Straight run only: $4.00 per chick
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Barred Plymouth Rock
The smaller version of the classic, the Bantam Plymouth Rock is a friendly and docile bird that is a favorite in the show hall. Hens lay a small brown egg. Males mature at 36 oz, females at 32 oz. We offer four varieties of Bantam Plymouth Rock.
Barred - APA added 1940
Straight Run only: $4.00 per chick
Buff Plymouth Rock
The smaller version of the classic, the Bantam Plymouth Rock is a friendly and docile bird that is a favorite in the show hall. Hens lay a small brown egg. Males mature at 36 oz, females at 32 oz. We offer four varieties of Bantam Plymouth Rock.
Buff – APA added 1960
Straight Run only: $4.00 per chick
Columbian Plymouth Rock- COMING SOON
The smaller version of the classic, the Bantam Plymouth Rock is a friendly and docile bird that is a favorite in the show hall. Hens lay a small brown egg. Males mature at 36 oz, females at 32 oz. We offer four varieties of Bantam Plymouth Rock.
Columbian – APA added 1960
Straight Run only: $4.00 per chick
White Leghorn Single Comb
The lively, miniature of the large fowl, bantam leghorns males mature at around 35 oz, females mature around 30 oz. The same prolific layer in a smaller package. These leghorns have a single, straight comb.
Straight Run only: $4.00 per chick
Rose Comb Clean Legged (RCCL) Bantams
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White Rose Comb Leghorn
The lively, miniature of the large fowl, bantam leghorns males mature at around 35 oz, females mature around 30 oz. The same prolific layer in a smaller package. These leghorns have a rose comb.
Straight Run only: $4.00 per chick
Black Wyandotte
The smaller version of the Standard Wyandotte, the Bantam Wyandotte is generally calm in nature and a good egg layer just like the larger version. This makes the Bantam Wyandotte ideal for the smaller producer with limited space.
Hens are friendly, curious, and lay an average of 150 small brown eggs a year. They do tend towards broodiness and are attentive mothers. The males are protective of their ladies and can be a bit feisty. Males mature at 40 oz, females at 36 oz.
Straight Run only: $4.00 per chick
Black Rose Comb
The Rose Comb is a “true” bantam first came to popularity because of King Richard III of England and they have been written about since the early 14th century. Rose Combs were first shown in American in 1849 and were added to the APA Standard in 1874. Rose Combs are proud, active, showy birds. They are capable of flying but handle confinement very well. The hens are not very prolific layers, around 50-100 small tinted eggs a year, but are excellent brooders and mothers. Males mature at 26 oz, females at 22 oz.
Straight Run only: $4.00 per chick
Feather Legged (FL) Bantams
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Salmon Faverolle
The Baroque Art style of the 1600’s was defined by its elaborate details, rich colors, and a sense of opulence. Nothing encapsulates that sense of grandeur more than the D’Uccle. Though it is a “true” bantam, this little beauty with its beard, muffs, vulture hocks, feathered feet, and colorful plumage speaks to all that defined the century of its creation. Breed type was solidified in the 1890’s due to the dedicated work of Michel van Gelder of Brussels, Belgium. In the United States, the breed’s oldest variety, Mille Fleur, won rapid popularity and was added by the APA in 1914. The Porcelain variety, which is the lavender diluted version of the Mille Fleur, was added in 1965.
This is fun, lively little bird that loves to be out on the ground. They are easy to handle and a show favorite. Hens lay a small cream-colored egg at a rate of 100-200 per year. Females are excellent brooders and mothers. Males mature at 26 oz, females at 22 oz.
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Straight Run only: $4.00 per chick
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Black Cochin
The Baroque Art style of the 1600’s was defined by its elaborate details, rich colors, and a sense of opulence. Nothing encapsulates that sense of grandeur more than the D’Uccle. Though it is a “true” bantam, this little beauty with its beard, muffs, vulture hocks, feathered feet, and colorful plumage speaks to all that defined the century of its creation. Breed type was solidified in the 1890’s due to the dedicated work of Michel van Gelder of Brussels, Belgium. In the United States, the breed’s oldest variety, Mille Fleur, won rapid popularity and was added by the APA in 1914. The Porcelain variety, which is the lavender diluted version of the Mille Fleur, was added in 1965.
This is fun, lively little bird that loves to be out on the ground. They are easy to handle and a show favorite. Hens lay a small cream-colored egg at a rate of 100-200 per year. Females are excellent brooders and mothers. Males mature at 26 oz, females at 22 oz.
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Straight Run only: $6.00 per chick
Buff Cochin- COMING SOON
The Baroque Art style of the 1600’s was defined by its elaborate details, rich colors, and a sense of opulence. Nothing encapsulates that sense of grandeur more than the D’Uccle. Though it is a “true” bantam, this little beauty with its beard, muffs, vulture hocks, feathered feet, and colorful plumage speaks to all that defined the century of its creation. Breed type was solidified in the 1890’s due to the dedicated work of Michel van Gelder of Brussels, Belgium. In the United States, the breed’s oldest variety, Mille Fleur, won rapid popularity and was added by the APA in 1914. The Porcelain variety, which is the lavender diluted version of the Mille Fleur, was added in 1965.
This is fun, lively little bird that loves to be out on the ground. They are easy to handle and a show favorite. Hens lay a small cream-colored egg at a rate of 100-200 per year. Females are excellent brooders and mothers. Males mature at 26 oz, females at 22 oz.
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Straight Run only: $6.00 per chick
Brown Red Cochin
The Baroque Art style of the 1600’s was defined by its elaborate details, rich colors, and a sense of opulence. Nothing encapsulates that sense of grandeur more than the D’Uccle. Though it is a “true” bantam, this little beauty with its beard, muffs, vulture hocks, feathered feet, and colorful plumage speaks to all that defined the century of its creation. Breed type was solidified in the 1890’s due to the dedicated work of Michel van Gelder of Brussels, Belgium. In the United States, the breed’s oldest variety, Mille Fleur, won rapid popularity and was added by the APA in 1914. The Porcelain variety, which is the lavender diluted version of the Mille Fleur, was added in 1965.
This is fun, lively little bird that loves to be out on the ground. They are easy to handle and a show favorite. Hens lay a small cream-colored egg at a rate of 100-200 per year. Females are excellent brooders and mothers. Males mature at 26 oz, females at 22 oz.
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Straight Run only: $6.00 per chick
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Porcelain Belgian Bearded D'Uccle
The Baroque Art style of the 1600’s was defined by its elaborate details, rich colors, and a sense of opulence. Nothing encapsulates that sense of grandeur more than the D’Uccle. Though it is a “true” bantam, this little beauty with its beard, muffs, vulture hocks, feathered feet, and colorful plumage speaks to all that defined the century of its creation. Breed type was solidified in the 1890’s due to the dedicated work of Michel van Gelder of Brussels, Belgium. In the United States, the breed’s oldest variety, Mille Fleur, won rapid popularity and was added by the APA in 1914. The Porcelain variety, which is the lavender diluted version of the Mille Fleur, was added in 1965.
This is fun, lively little bird that loves to be out on the ground. They are easy to handle and a show favorite. Hens lay a small cream-colored egg at a rate of 100-200 per year. Females are excellent brooders and mothers. Males mature at 26 oz, females at 22 oz.
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Straight run only: $4.00 per chick
Mille Fleur Belgian Bearded D'Uccle
The Baroque Art style of the 1600’s was defined by its elaborate details, rich colors, and a sense of opulence. Nothing encapsulates that sense of grandeur more than the D’Uccle. Though it is a “true” bantam, this little beauty with its beard, muffs, vulture hocks, feathered feet, and colorful plumage speaks to all that defined the century of its creation. Breed type was solidified in the 1890’s due to the dedicated work of Michel van Gelder of Brussels, Belgium. In the United States, the breed’s oldest variety, Mille Fleur, won rapid popularity and was added by the APA in 1914. The Porcelain variety, which is the lavender diluted version of the Mille Fleur, was added in 1965.
This is fun, lively little bird that loves to be out on the ground. They are easy to handle and a show favorite. Hens lay a small cream-colored egg at a rate of 100-200 per year. Females are excellent brooders and mothers. Males mature at 26 oz, females at 22 oz.
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Straight run only: $4.00 per chick
Buff Brahma
The Baroque Art style of the 1600’s was defined by its elaborate details, rich colors, and a sense of opulence. Nothing encapsulates that sense of grandeur more than the D’Uccle. Though it is a “true” bantam, this little beauty with its beard, muffs, vulture hocks, feathered feet, and colorful plumage speaks to all that defined the century of its creation. Breed type was solidified in the 1890’s due to the dedicated work of Michel van Gelder of Brussels, Belgium. In the United States, the breed’s oldest variety, Mille Fleur, won rapid popularity and was added by the APA in 1914. The Porcelain variety, which is the lavender diluted version of the Mille Fleur, was added in 1965.
This is fun, lively little bird that loves to be out on the ground. They are easy to handle and a show favorite. Hens lay a small cream-colored egg at a rate of 100-200 per year. Females are excellent brooders and mothers. Males mature at 26 oz, females at 22 oz.
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Straight Run only: $6.00 per chick
Light Brahma
The Baroque Art style of the 1600’s was defined by its elaborate details, rich colors, and a sense of opulence. Nothing encapsulates that sense of grandeur more than the D’Uccle. Though it is a “true” bantam, this little beauty with its beard, muffs, vulture hocks, feathered feet, and colorful plumage speaks to all that defined the century of its creation. Breed type was solidified in the 1890’s due to the dedicated work of Michel van Gelder of Brussels, Belgium. In the United States, the breed’s oldest variety, Mille Fleur, won rapid popularity and was added by the APA in 1914. The Porcelain variety, which is the lavender diluted version of the Mille Fleur, was added in 1965.
This is fun, lively little bird that loves to be out on the ground. They are easy to handle and a show favorite. Hens lay a small cream-colored egg at a rate of 100-200 per year. Females are excellent brooders and mothers. Males mature at 26 oz, females at 22 oz.
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Straight Run only: $6.00 per chick
Dark Brahma - COMING SOON
The Baroque Art style of the 1600’s was defined by its elaborate details, rich colors, and a sense of opulence. Nothing encapsulates that sense of grandeur more than the D’Uccle. Though it is a “true” bantam, this little beauty with its beard, muffs, vulture hocks, feathered feet, and colorful plumage speaks to all that defined the century of its creation. Breed type was solidified in the 1890’s due to the dedicated work of Michel van Gelder of Brussels, Belgium. In the United States, the breed’s oldest variety, Mille Fleur, won rapid popularity and was added by the APA in 1914. The Porcelain variety, which is the lavender diluted version of the Mille Fleur, was added in 1965.
This is fun, lively little bird that loves to be out on the ground. They are easy to handle and a show favorite. Hens lay a small cream-colored egg at a rate of 100-200 per year. Females are excellent brooders and mothers. Males mature at 26 oz, females at 22 oz.
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Straight Run only: $6.00 per chick
Black Bearded Silkie
The Baroque Art style of the 1600’s was defined by its elaborate details, rich colors, and a sense of opulence. Nothing encapsulates that sense of grandeur more than the D’Uccle. Though it is a “true” bantam, this little beauty with its beard, muffs, vulture hocks, feathered feet, and colorful plumage speaks to all that defined the century of its creation. Breed type was solidified in the 1890’s due to the dedicated work of Michel van Gelder of Brussels, Belgium. In the United States, the breed’s oldest variety, Mille Fleur, won rapid popularity and was added by the APA in 1914. The Porcelain variety, which is the lavender diluted version of the Mille Fleur, was added in 1965.
This is fun, lively little bird that loves to be out on the ground. They are easy to handle and a show favorite. Hens lay a small cream-colored egg at a rate of 100-200 per year. Females are excellent brooders and mothers. Males mature at 26 oz, females at 22 oz.
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Straight run only: $6.00 per chick
White Bearded Silkie
The Baroque Art style of the 1600’s was defined by its elaborate details, rich colors, and a sense of opulence. Nothing encapsulates that sense of grandeur more than the D’Uccle. Though it is a “true” bantam, this little beauty with its beard, muffs, vulture hocks, feathered feet, and colorful plumage speaks to all that defined the century of its creation. Breed type was solidified in the 1890’s due to the dedicated work of Michel van Gelder of Brussels, Belgium. In the United States, the breed’s oldest variety, Mille Fleur, won rapid popularity and was added by the APA in 1914. The Porcelain variety, which is the lavender diluted version of the Mille Fleur, was added in 1965.
This is fun, lively little bird that loves to be out on the ground. They are easy to handle and a show favorite. Hens lay a small cream-colored egg at a rate of 100-200 per year. Females are excellent brooders and mothers. Males mature at 26 oz, females at 22 oz.
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Straight run only: $6.00 per chick