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Posted on February 15, 2019January 30, 2021 by Gail Damerow — Leave a comment

What Is a Bantam Chicken?

A bantam is a small chicken, about one-fourth to one-fifth as big as a standard-size chicken, generally weighing no more than 2 pounds. The popularity of bantams, affectionately known as banties, began as families moved from farms into suburban areas, and escalated from there. People who enjoy keeping bantams find that they require little backyard […]

Posted on February 8, 2019 by Gail Damerow — 1 Comment

When is Chick Season®?

Chick season® for most birds is in the spring. Poultry, like other birds, gear up for laying eggs and hatching them as the days start growing longer in spring. Also like other birds, most poultry are seasonal breeders. The length of the breeding season depends largely on the type of poultry. Chickens and other […]

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Posted on August 27, 2018June 30, 2021 by Cackle Hatchery — Leave a comment

Breed Spotlight: Brahma Chickens

If you spend much time on YouTube, you may remember seeing a massive Brahma rooster strutting his stuff in a video that went viral last year. We received quite a bit of interest in Brahma chickens as a result, so we figured this would be a great opportunity to provide our readers with a little […]

Posted on August 3, 2018January 30, 2021 by Cackle Hatchery — 2 Comments

Breed Spotlight: Silkie Bantam Chickens

Named for their trademark fluffy plumage that feels like silk to the touch, Silkie Bantams are among the most beloved ornamental breeds in the world. Their soft, beautiful feathers have made them a popular choice for exhibition birds, but the striking appearance of Silkie Bantams is far from their only virtue. Silkie Bantams have a […]