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Bantam Chickens

In some cases, bigger is not always better. Bantam chickens are a small variety of poultry, sometimes referred to as mini chickens. They lay smaller eggs and require less space and maintenance than larger varieties, which makes them a great choice for beginners or backyard hobbyists with smaller coops.

Minimum of 15 chicks per order.

Bantam Best Buy

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Can't decide which Bantams to add to your flock? Let Myers Poultry choose for you. Bantam assortments may include feather legged or clean legged varieties, and may include any of the breeds we currently have available. Breeds cannot be requested for assortments.

BB Red Old English Bantams

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As the name suggests, this Bantam is originally from England. Like all Old English game breeds, these charming birds have a cocky, upright stance and an air of confidence. They are popular within the show circuit.

Golden Sebright Bantams

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Elegance comes naturally to the Golden Sebright chicken. Their unique plumage features a sharply defined black lace pattern. Sebrights are the only bantam where males and females have nearly identical coloration.

Mille Fleur D'Uccle Bantams

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This Bantam breed originated in Belgium. They add a splash of color to any flock with their speckled, multi-colored plumage. To top it off, this breed has charming muffed cheeks and feathered feet.

Porcelain D'Uccle Bantams

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This bantam originated in Belgium in the 1900s. Like the Mille Fleur, Porcelain d'Uccles have feathered feet and muffs that give them a unique charm. Their coloration is one of the most popular varieties.

Red Pyle Old English Bantams

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Like other Old English bantams, this bird has an upright posture that gives them a confident look. Because of their poise and attractive coloration, these birds are popular within the show circuit.

Silver Duckwing Old English Bantams

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Like other Old English bantams, this breed has an upright stance that exudes confidence. They have sharply contrasted black and white feathers and a poised look that is highly suitable for exhibition.

Silver Sebright Bantams

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Another variety of the Sebright Bantam. This bird has stark white or silvery feathers, sharply defined by black edges. The small feather shape combined with the black outline gives a beautiful lace appearance.

White Silkie Bantams

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Originating from Japan and China, this bantam is a true standout. Their unique, barbless plumage gives them a soft, fluffy appearance. White Silkie chickens are very docile and incredibly popular as pets.

Beautiful Bantam Chickens for Sale

bantam chicken mille fleur d'uccle Our bantam chicks for sale come in so many colors and feather patterns, you will never be short on unique options to add to your flock. We offer feather legged and clean legged bantam varieties. They are great for poultry shows, or if you'd just like to add a touch of beauty to your backyard.

All About Miniature Chickens

Bantam chickens are actually a category of chicken, and not a breed in itself. This tiny variety of poultry typically weighs no more than 2 lbs. Many types of ducks and chickens have a "bantam" counterpart, which is just a smaller version of the same breed.

To make a mini chicken of a standard-size breed, breeders will selectively breed large chickens with smaller varieties. Once the desired look is achieved, they will then breed the offspring for several generations to perfect the size while maintaining breed standards.

Some chickens are considered a true bantam breed, which means there is no standard-size version. Silver Sebrights and Mille Fleur d'Uccles are good examples of a true bantam.

These birds are not known for high egg production, and bantam eggs are about half the size of a standard chicken egg. The taste of the eggs are still delicious, but you will need to use at least two eggs in baking recipes to keep the ratios correct.

Caring for Bantam Chickens

Small chicken breeds are great for backyard flocks with limited space, but it’s important to remember that small chickens are not as hardy as other poultry breeds. These birds are best suited to warmer climates, and they do not fare well in extreme cold or extreme heat. In extreme temperatures, monitor your chickens for frostbite or heat stress.

These small birds are also more susceptible to predators. If choosing to free range your birds, we recommend having some predator prevention in place to keep them safe, especially from hawks.

They can be raised alongside standard-size chickens, but due to their small size, extra care will need to be taken to ensure there is no excessive bullying among the flock.

We have a variety of bantam chickens for sale. Discover the best bantam breeds for you by reading our blog.

We're here to help.

With more than 30 years of hands-on experience, our team can help keep your flock healthy. We’d be glad to answer questions about raising poultry or offer advice about your current flock.