Description
Silver Laced Cochin Standard Chicken
Breed History and Origin
Cackle Hatchery® is proud to introduce the Silver Cochin Standard, a beautiful type of Cochin that we have available as chicks. Originating from Asia and introduced to America in the 1800s, Cochins became known for their size, feathering, and gentle temperament. The Silver variety is one of the more visually striking color patterns within the breed. Cackle Hatchery® Poultry Breeding Farm has been developing its bloodline or strain of standard size Cochin chickens since 1975.
Appearance and Breed Characteristics
This large bird is feather legged with soft, fluffy feathering and a striking silver and black color pattern that gives it a clean, contrasted appearance. Like other Cochins, it has a rounded body and heavily feathered legs and feet. Mature hens typically weigh around 5 pounds, while roosters average about 8 pounds, with pullets around 4 pounds and cockerels about 6 pounds.
Egg Production and Broodiness
Despite its size, this breed will lay small to medium brown eggs, producing approximately 110 to 160 eggs per year depending on care and environment. While not a high-production layer, the Silver Cochin Standard is well known for broodiness and makes an excellent setter hen for raising chicks.
Temperament and Backyard Suitability
The Silver Cochin Standard is a very gentle and tame bird, making it a great option for backyard flocks, families, and those looking for a friendly pet. Their docile nature makes them easy to manage, though they do best with low roost heights of 0 to 2 feet and clean, dry conditions to maintain feather quality. Fertility percentages generally range between 40 to 55 percent, with a recommended mating ratio of 6 females to 1 male.
Production Positioning and Exhibition Use
This breed is best suited as an ornamental and meat-type bird rather than a true production layer. The Silver Cochin Standard is ideal for backyard enjoyment, broody hen use, and exhibition purposes rather than maximum egg output.
For more details about this poultry breed or the others we offer please contact the Cackle Hatchery® team. Customers may also be interested in Cochin Standard Surplus Special https://www.cacklehatchery.com/product/standard-cochin-surplus-special/ .
Related Resources
Silver Laced and Golden Laced Cochins in the Spotlight https://www.cacklehatchery.com/silver-laced-and-golden-laced-cochins-in-the-spotlight/
Silver Cochin Standard Chicken FAQs
Are Silver Cochin Standard chickens good egg layers? They are moderate layers producing about 110 to 160 eggs per year, but are better known for broodiness and ornamental value.
Are Silver Cochin chickens good for backyard flocks? Yes. Their gentle and tame temperament makes them ideal for families and hobby flocks.
Are Silver Cochins broody? Yes. They are excellent setter hens and commonly used to hatch chicks.
What does Silver Cochin coloring look like? It features a silver base with darker contrasting feather patterning.
Are Silver Cochin chickens good pets? Yes. Their calm and friendly nature makes them a great choice for a pet chicken.
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Sumathi Sankaran –
I got my chicks in August. They are doing great. So heavy the rousting bar broke!!!! Very healthy and fun babies.
Megan Radtke –
I ordered 3 silver, 3 golden and 3 buff cochin. I received 4 silver, 4 golden, and 3 buff which was great except I ended up with only 1 hen (golden) out of the 11 received!!! I’m incredibly disappointed. For the most part all were healthy except one buff but they still all have survived to 16 weeks. Most were pretty chill except the silvers. They have been absolute jerks from the start. Would’ve been happier if the hen to roo ratio was better.
Dianne Shoenfelt –
My first time ordering chicks from Cackle hatchery. The shipping was super fast and the chicks arrived healthy, lively, energetic and strong! Thanks for the extra chick! These are the healthiest chicks I’ve ever received by mail. Best mail order experience ever! Will be ordering again!
Winn –
Roosters were Nice but Pullet Undersized
I received 3 Silver Laced Cochins & 3 Buff Cochins all unsexed. The 2 Silver roosters, 2 Buff roosters, & Buff Pullet are all good sized beautiful birds. The Silver Pullet is beautiful, but considerably undersized.
Chickens galore –
Happy Chickens
The baby chicks I ordered came over UPS …. all chicks were super healthy. These chickens are growing into very hardy birds, beautiful dual purpose breed.
Vera –
Beautiful Birds
They are really beautiful birds very friendly and gentle
James –
Easy on the eyes:)
Took a while to fill out their feathers, but a beautiful bird now that they are full grown.
Chicken Mama –
Strong healthy & beautiful
I have fallen in love with standard Cochins The silver laced breed are one of the healthiest of the Cochins And their coloring is spectacular!
leroy –
they are great got 15 and didn’t lose one
i will buy them again
Gary –
What a beautiful bird
I love these guys and will be ordering more!
Eric –
Great
I really like the cochins, beautiful birds and they lay better than I expected from what I read online.
brandon –
15 chick order
silver laced cochins are a very beautiful bird. they have been a real enjoyment to have around. they are good with the kids.
brandon –
Polish Chickens
If you are not familiar with Polish chickens like I was when I ordered them a couple things to know. Polish roosters are not very friendly and are very aggressive towards the more relaxed breeds like the cochins. Polish hens are timid and tend to be picked on by other breeds. Therefore, I would not suggest mixing Polish’s with other breeds, just my opinion.
brandon –
15 chick order
great experience doing business with these folks. their years of experience is obvious
Anne Washington March 2012 –
Happy Customer
I just wanted to send a note saying how happy we are with our recent purchase. We ordered 15 chicks and got 16 happy, healthy fluff balls last week. They all seem in great condition and I appreciated the info and help I received when you guys called me after placing my order. Thanks again.
Kristi, Virginia July 2013 –
Our new chicks
Our new babies arrived yesterday. I want to commend you. They arrived carefully packaged with the somewhat larger chicks in a separate space and all looking spry and safe. I had sworn I would never order from a hatchery again after an absolutely HORRIBLE experience one time with another hatchery. If you order less than 25 they put in extra chicks for warmth during shipping. i didn’t know that having never ordered them before and I ordered 20 banties. Some person put in extra-regular-size chicks (leghorns) with the banties and seven of my little banties were crushed in transit. Nevertheless, nothing would bring back those poor little chicks and I knew I would never do business with them again. When we have occasion to order chicks again, you can be assured it will be from Cackle Hatchery.
Dan Indiana March 2010 –
Thanks!
Not to worry, our chicks came in the noontime delivery. They seem to all be in good shape. The Cochin substitution for one Yokohoma was fine. Yokohomas are beautiful birds. We may find that we will want a few more later. I really appreciate your commitment to perpetuating rare breeds. I believe the narrowing of our livestock gene pool puts agriculture at risk. My daughter is looking forward to a blue ribbon at the County Fair. She’s ready to put in the work.
Elaine Tennessee March 2010 –
Cackle Hatchery
I wanted to let you know how please I am with the substitutions you made to my order!!! Thank you for taking the time to call me and spend your time helping me with this instead of just making the decision to send other birds. I am so looking forward to having your chicks. I have friend that use your hatchery and have for years with wonderful success. Thanks again
Sigfrido Puerto Rico May 2010 –
Cackle Hatchery
As you can see I live in Puerto Rico. My chicks were sent Wednesday and arrived today Friday. All of them alive and in perfect condition. Thank you very much. It has been a pleasure doing business with you and will definitely will do business again.
Aaron Kentucky June 2014 –
Thank You
I ordered 5 buff orpington 5 silver laced cochin 5 silver laced Wyandotte and some German Spitzhauben. I could not be happier. Keep up the good work.