Why is this breed so popular at poultry shows? Their feathers are striking and they are also quite friendly, making them a good choice to breed for show.
What is their poultry show class? This breed is listed under Game Bantams.
Would this be a suitable breed or children? Yes, they are quite tame and some keepers even manage to train them to do simple tricks. If keeping this bird as a pet, we recommend teaching your children how to properly handle baby chicks and small poultry.
Are they good egg layers? No, bantams as a whole don't produce a lot of eggs, and their eggs are about half the size of a standard chicken egg. They are best for show or ornamental purposes.
What do Silver Duckwing baby chicks look like? They have "chipmunk" like stripes that extend from the top of their head down their back. Striping is reddish brown with pale white highlights. They will develop their signature silvery and black plumage as they become fully feathered.
Why can't I get this breed sexed? I only want females. We do not offer sexing for bantam chickens, as they are incredibly tiny at hatch and difficult to sex without injury. For their safety, straight run bantams is what we offer at this time.
What kind of comb does this breed have? They should have an upright single comb with sharply defined points. Combs and wattles are bright red.
Are they APA recognized? Yes, this breed was entered into the Standard of Perfection in 1938.
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