Description
Splash Cochin Bantam Chicken
Breed History and Origin
The breeders at Cackle Hatchery® have years of experience working with Cochin Bantams, including the Splash Cochin Bantam, a newer recognized color variety of this classic breed. Cochins originated in Asia and became widely known for their heavy feathering and calm temperament. The Splash variety was recognized by the American Standard of Perfection in 2014, making it one of the more recent additions to the Cochin Bantam lineup. Cackle Hatchery® has been developing its own bloodline or strain of pure Cochin Bantams since 1971, focusing on feather quality, temperament, and consistency across color varieties.
Appearance and Breed Characteristics
The Splash Cochin Bantam features a soft white base color with irregular black or blue splashing across the feathers, giving each bird a unique and varied pattern. Like all Cochins, it has a full, rounded appearance due to its dense feathering, which extends down the legs and feet. This heavy feathering places it in the Feather Legged Bantam class and contributes to its larger-than-life look despite its small size. Mature roosters typically weigh around 30 ounces and hens around 26 ounces, with pullets and cockerels slightly smaller.
Egg Production and Broodiness
The Splash Cochin Bantam offers fair egg production for a bantam, laying small brown eggs on a consistent but moderate basis. One of the breed’s strongest traits is broodiness. Hens are reliable setters and are commonly used to hatch eggs, making them a valuable addition to breeding flocks or backyard setups. Fertility typically ranges from 40–55%, with a recommended mating ratio of approximately six females to one male.
Temperament and Backyard Suitability
This breed is extremely docile and easy to handle, making it one of the best choices for families, beginners, and backyard keepers. They are calm birds that do well in mixed flocks with other gentle breeds. Their small size and low feed requirements make them efficient to keep, and their friendly nature makes them ideal pets. Due to their heavy feathering and leg coverage, they prefer lower roosts, typically between 0 to 2 feet, and require clean, dry housing conditions.
Production Positioning and Exhibition Use
The Splash Cochin Bantam is best positioned as a pet, broody hen, and ornamental breed with light egg production. While they do lay eggs, their primary value lies in their temperament, broodiness, and unique feather pattern. With APA recognition, they are also a strong exhibition bird, particularly when color contrast and feather quality are well maintained.
Breeding Note / Color Note
Splash coloration does not breed true and is part of blue genetics, meaning offspring may include blue, black, or splash variations. Maintaining balanced contrast and even distribution of color requires careful selection. Breeders should also focus on preserving the dense feathering and rounded body type typical of Cochins.
Related Resources
Many people who like this breed of chicken also like the standard version of the breed, the Splash Cochin Chicken. https://www.cacklehatchery.com/product/splash-cochin-standard-chicken/
Also may like Cochin Bantam Special Surplus. https://www.cacklehatchery.com/product/cochin-bantam-special/
FAQ
Do Splash Cochin Bantams breed true to color?
No, splash coloration can produce blue, black, or splash offspring depending on breeding.
Are Splash Cochin Bantams good broody hens?
Yes, they are very broody and are often used to hatch eggs.
Are Splash Cochin Bantams good for beginners?
Yes, their calm temperament makes them an excellent choice for beginners.
Do Splash Cochin Bantams tolerate wet conditions?
They prefer dry conditions because their feathered legs can become dirty or damaged in wet environments.
How many eggs do Splash Cochin Bantams lay per week?
They typically lay a few small brown eggs per week, consistent with fair bantam production.
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Becky Collins –
I can’t wait to order more Splash Cochins in the spring! Definitely a must have if you are looking for sweet chickens that are adorable running around in all their fluffy butt cuteness.
Carly Kubinski –
I wish they offered sexing on this breed. I ordered 5, got 6, but ended up with 4 roosters. I am giving 5 stars anyway because they are the friendliest little fluffy buggers. I am absolutely smitten with them. The splash coloring is more prominent on some than others. One of my roosters even has brown mixed in with his coloring. They are sweet little chickens. My hens love to be held. I will definitely be ordering more in the future.
Jay –
Great, Well-Rounded Hatchery
Ordered 5 Splash Cochins along with three other bantam breeds. Before shipping Cackle answered every question I had and was very patient with me. When a customer service representative didn’t have an answer, they asked around and got one for me. During shipping I updated emails and notifications every step of the way. Chicks arrived super healthy, active and clean. I don’t see myself ever having to look for another hatchery besides Cackle.
Overall really, really great customer service !
Jeremy –
Awesome
We ordered several of these chicks for my daughter to raise for the fair. Received healthy chicks and they did great! We had champion bantam and reserve best in show with her splash bantam Cochin cockerel. Very satisfied with Cackle and the chicks we received
Love my chicks –
Perfect
Just love my chicks ordered 5 got 6 lost one but it was so tiny so not surprised but other than that got 3 roosters and 2 hens love how soft they are
mudman –
great chicken
received in good condition greww ell
Brenda –
Great Experience
Received the 10 chicks I ordered with no issues. Chicks were healthy and didn’t lose any. Would definitely order again!
Jkirk –
Amazing ladies
I ended up with more than I paid for in my order—and almost all of them were female. They turned into lovely ladies, and so sweet and docile! I always order from cackle, I’ve never been disappointed with a product!
Adrien –
Excellent First Time Experience
First time to ever consider dealing with an online order hatchery. I live in a suburban neighborhood and only wanted 5 chicks to free range in my rose gardens and wanted their plumage to match the color theme of the outdoor furniture upholstery and main rooms. With having white, gray, blues, and black markings on their feathers, I knew they’d be perfect! Placed my order and received my box of healthy live chicks + 1 on the desired delivery date. The process was easy, the hatchery is amazingly helpful, and my beautiful chickens are thriving and love their garden home.
Essie –
Amazing
Hello, this hatchery is amazing i didn’t order this exact breed of chicken but they are amazing they do a wonderful job.They packed a few extra chickens in case some died in the package i would order more chickens from here in a heartbeat.They were all perfectly safe in the package.Also there was a special gel in the package for them to eat.This place is amazing.
man with lots of chicks –
awesome
These are very nice birds I got mine today the only thing is they are fragile so order some extras just in case
Feliciagrrl –
Great experience
I received my order of 15+1 of these splash bantam cochin babies today in excellent shape. happy hungry fluffy butts. So beautiful! This was my first time ordering chicks online and it has been a very good experience! I will continue to give my business to cackle hatchery and recommend them to my fellow chicken folk.
Leland –
Great product and service you provide.
Purchased Splash Cochin Banties from Cackle Hatchery and welcomed the healthy nice looking chicks. Flawless order. These are the most delightful birds. Will now use them as surrogate brooders.
Harry Pennsylvania June 2009 –
Cackle Hatchery
Chicks arrived on June 5. All is well and they are happy and hungry. Thank you