Description
Splash Cochin Standard Chicken
Breed History and Origin
The professionals at Cackle Hatchery® have been offering more than two hundred different types of poultry breeds for decades and we are proud to introduce the Splash Cochin Standard. Originating from Asia and introduced to America in the 1800s, Cochins became well known for their size, feathering, and calm temperament. Cackle Hatchery® Poultry Breeding Farm has been developing its bloodline or strain of standard size Cochin chickens since 1975, and to maintain size, color, and health we infused Blue/Black bloodlines from Roland Doerr in 2009.
Appearance and Breed Characteristics
The Splash Cochin Standard is a large, feather legged bird with soft, fluffy feathering and a light grey to white base color accented with irregular black spotting. This unique “splash” coloration makes each bird slightly different in appearance. Like all Cochins, they have a rounded body and heavily feathered legs and feet. Mature hens typically weigh around 8½ pounds, while roosters average about 11 pounds, with pullets around 7 pounds and cockerels about 9 pounds.
Egg Production and Broodiness
Although these chickens can become very large, they typically 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 Splash Cochin Standard is well known for broodiness and makes an excellent setter hen for raising chicks.
Temperament and Backyard Suitability
This breed is extremely docile and behaves well around children, making it a great fit for backyard flocks and family farms. Their calm 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 is an ornamental and meat-type exhibition bird rather than a true production breed. The Splash Cochin Standard is best suited for backyard enjoyment, broody hen use, and unique flock appearance rather than maximum egg output.
Customers looking for a smaller version may also like the Splash Cochin Bantam Chicken https://www.cacklehatchery.com/product/splash-cochin-bantam/ , and for value options see Cochin Standard Surplus Special https://www.cacklehatchery.com/product/standard-cochin-surplus-special/ .
Breeding Note (Splash Variety)
Splash color is produced by breeding blue birds together, where approximately one-third of the offspring may be splash. Splash can also be bred to splash, but over time the color can become too light, so careful breeding management is recommended.
Splash Cochin Standard Chicken FAQs
What does Splash Cochin coloring look like? It is a light grey to white base with irregular black spotting, and each bird can look slightly different.
Are Splash 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 Splash Cochins broody? Yes. They are excellent setter hens and commonly used to hatch chicks.
Are Splash Cochin chickens good for backyard flocks? Yes. Their docile temperament makes them ideal for families and hobby flocks.
How is splash color produced? It comes from breeding blue birds together, which can produce blue, black, and splash offspring.
curlyjo1711 –
Lovely, lovely birds! They grew very quickly and the plumage was exactly what I hoped for. The rooster is proud and handsome. No eggs yet. They are not as friendly as my barred rocks or black australorps, but they are not flighty either, a little stand-offish. Overall, I am very happy with them.
Nat –
Sweet birds
Unfortunately the fox got the rooster but I have several of these hands and they are the sweetest and cutest birds. They’re busy laying eggs and one is broody.
wvdairygirl –
Blue Splash Cochins
We purchased 4 of these this spring along with a variety of other chicks. These Cochins truly stand out. We ended up with two roosters and two hens. They are absolutely huge! One of our roosters is the dark blue/black. He is gorgeous! They are such sweet tempered birds. We love them so much. Thank you Cackle Hatchery.
Kathryn –
Nice quiet calm chickens.
I have one hen who is totally broody. I may let her set on some eggs this spring. The eggs are slow but we have had some pretty cold weather, even tho the chicken house is warm they may be sensitive to the changes. I hope the egg production picks up, they are still not a year old. I love the color and all the great feathers. One rooster is displaying some protective tendencies which is great.
Hunter –
Standard Splash Cochin
Beautiful big birds really full and beautiful colors if you’re looking to get some Splash Cochin standards I would highly recommend these!!
Robert McCarthy –
Fantastic!
Couldn’t ask for a better and more balanced example of the breed. Absolutely beautiful, well-balanced, shaped!
Chickenlady –
Great chicks.
Bought several breeds the end of April and have been very satisfied with them. My favorite is the coachin breed. Also got some Easter Eggers it’s been fun having blue and green eggs! Will buy again
Carolyn –
Beautiful Birds, ordered three they were all roosters.
Beautiful Birds, unfortunately they were all roosters. so I had to give them all away.
Sandra –
Very nice
I got 5 splash cochins and they are beautiful birds. Great feathers and good confirmation. I would get them again.
Dee –
Beautiful breed
The splash Cochins are a pretty white with splash of grey.
Dawn –
Splash Cochin standards
I bought 7 splash cochin standard chicks. Along with others breeds. All my chicks came in perfect shape and health. Now they are 6 months old (12-2019). All seven are gorgeous birds and I could not be more happy. They are even better than I expected and because they have much more to grow yet, I expect them to get even better. I highly recommend Cackle Hatchery and their splash Cochins!!
Billy –
Splash Cochins
Earlier this year I ordered some Splash Cochins for my bride. The chicks came in healthy, and are doing great. They are very hardy, and docile. Their plumage is beautiful. We have had a lot of great compliments on them. They are also great eggs layers. We love them.
Splash Cochins –
Docile, slow moving, sweet bird
End of April 2019. All 3 hens in straight run. That was a nice surprise, one however had splay legs which I immediately treat right away but has a more wide stance. She gets around just fine, just smaller and different. The other 2 are healthy decent splashes and the best breed I could have added to the flock. Hands down standard or bantam Cochins are so sweet.
Amanda –
Friendly, hardy, and pretty, this breed has it all!
We received a splash Cochin pullet in our surprise box in 2018. We call her Blue and she is one of the prettiest birds on the homestead. She’s calm, quiet, and gets along well in our mixed flock. The kids can pet her and if she’s not in the mood she just walks away. She had no trouble with the brutal Minnesota winter temperatures. I highly recommend this breed.
C Wright –
splash cochins
I got several splash cochins last year from cackle. They are very beautiful birds and I dearly loved them but had to give them to my friend due to illness. They are a must have bird if you intend to go a decent size flock, you won’t be disappointed.
Max –
Remarks on splash Cochins
Order a lot of chicks from Cackle they all have been wonderful.last year order 75 of three different type of Cochins..they all were good quality birds.ive worked for 2 large poultry company as a breeder so.these splash Cochins are wonderful birds and they are great pet easy to house in any climate.
Wanda, Texas April 2013 –
Chicks
Now on the other chicks (Splash Cochins and Sussex) I think you may have crossed them with Michael Jordan. They have the biggest feet I’ve ever seen on an almost month old chick. My husband said he was so glad chickens didn’t wear tennis shoes.:>))) One of the Sussex is named Trouble and that’s enough said on her. Such a personality on that girl! The Cochins and Sussex are beautiful and the Spitzhauben are GORGEOUS! chicks. I wish I had room to build another chicken house and pen for a 100 of them. Wonderful looking chicks!!! I’m tickled to have them. Thanks so much,
Teresa Virginia July 2014 –
Thank You!
A special thank you to all your staff that sent the most beautiful baby chicks. Will be ordering more in the future, Thanks again!