{"product_id":"silkie-bantam-hatching-eggs-direct","title":"Silkie Bantam Hatching Eggs","description":"\u003csection class=\"mx-auto max-w-5xl px-4 py-8 text-gray-900\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mb-8 rounded-2xl bg-amber-50 p-6 shadow-sm\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-sm font-semibold uppercase tracking-wide text-amber-800\"\u003eHeritage Silkie Bantam Eggs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"mt-2 text-3xl font-bold tracking-tight text-gray-950\"\u003eSilkie Bantam Hatching Eggs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-4 text-lg leading-relaxed text-gray-800\"\u003eThe Silkie Bantam, also known as the \u003cstrong\u003eChinese Silky\u003c\/strong\u003e, is one of the most beloved heritage breeds in the world — admired for its soft, fluffy plumage that feels like real silk. These charming birds are as beautiful as they are gentle, making them an excellent choice for families, hobby farms, and backyard flocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-4 text-base leading-relaxed text-gray-800\"\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003eSilkie Bantam Hatching Eggs\u003c\/strong\u003e come from our heritage breeding stock, selected for temperament, fertility, and those signature silky feathers. Whether you're looking for ornamental birds or an exceptional broody mother, these eggs are a fantastic starting point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid gap-4 md:grid-cols-3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rounded-xl border border-gray-200 bg-white p-5 shadow-sm\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-sm font-semibold uppercase tracking-wide text-gray-500\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-2 text-2xl font-bold text-gray-950\"\u003eDocile \u0026amp; Friendly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-2 text-sm leading-relaxed text-gray-700\"\u003eGentle, easy to handle, and great for families with children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rounded-xl border border-gray-200 bg-white p-5 shadow-sm\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-sm font-semibold uppercase tracking-wide text-gray-500\"\u003eBroodiness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-2 text-2xl font-bold text-gray-950\"\u003eExcellent Mothers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-2 text-sm leading-relaxed text-gray-700\"\u003eHens are highly broody and wonderful at hatching eggs from other breeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rounded-xl border border-gray-200 bg-white p-5 shadow-sm\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-sm font-semibold uppercase tracking-wide text-gray-500\"\u003eEgg Production\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-2 text-2xl font-bold text-gray-950\"\u003e~156 per Year\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-2 text-sm leading-relaxed text-gray-700\"\u003eSmall light brown eggs. Not prolific, but prized for their mothering instincts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-10 space-y-10\"\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"pt-4 text-2xl font-bold tracking-tight text-gray-950\"\u003eWhy Choose Silkie Bantam Hatching Eggs?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-4 text-base leading-relaxed text-gray-800\"\u003eSilkies are a truly unique heritage breed with characteristics that set them apart from other chickens. Their black skin and bones, blue earlobes, and five toes on each foot make them a distinctive addition to any flock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-5 grid gap-4 md:grid-cols-2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rounded-xl bg-gray-50 p-5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-lg font-bold text-gray-950\"\u003eSoft Silkie Plumage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-2 text-sm leading-relaxed text-gray-700\"\u003eTheir fluffy, fur-like feathers feel like real silk. A visually stunning breed that adds charm to any backyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rounded-xl bg-gray-50 p-5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-lg font-bold text-gray-950\"\u003eExceptional Broody Mothers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-2 text-sm leading-relaxed text-gray-700\"\u003eSilkie hens are renowned for their mothering instincts. They're often used to hatch eggs from other breeds or even other bird species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rounded-xl bg-gray-50 p-5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-lg font-bold text-gray-950\"\u003eCold Hardy \u0026amp; Docile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-2 text-sm leading-relaxed text-gray-700\"\u003eDespite their delicate appearance, Silkies are surprisingly hardy in cold weather and have a gentle, friendly temperament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rounded-xl bg-gray-50 p-5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-lg font-bold text-gray-950\"\u003eHeritage Breed Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-2 text-sm leading-relaxed text-gray-700\"\u003eAs a heritage breed, Silkies carry traditional genetics valued by breeders and hobbyists alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-2xl font-bold tracking-tight text-gray-950\"\u003eBreed Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl border border-gray-200\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full divide-y divide-gray-200\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"bg-gray-100\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"px-4 py-3 text-left text-sm font-bold uppercase tracking-wide text-gray-700\"\u003eCharacteristic\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"px-4 py-3 text-left text-sm font-bold uppercase tracking-wide text-gray-700\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody class=\"divide-y divide-gray-200 bg-white\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"px-4 py-3 font-semibold text-gray-950\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"px-4 py-3 text-gray-700\"\u003eBantam Chick\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"px-4 py-3 font-semibold text-gray-950\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"px-4 py-3 text-gray-700\"\u003eAsiatic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"px-4 py-3 font-semibold text-gray-950\"\u003ePurpose\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"px-4 py-3 text-gray-700\"\u003eDual-purpose (ornamental \u0026amp; brooding)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"px-4 py-3 font-semibold text-gray-950\"\u003eEgg Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"px-4 py-3 text-gray-700\"\u003eLight Brown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"px-4 py-3 font-semibold text-gray-950\"\u003eEgg Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"px-4 py-3 text-gray-700\"\u003eSmall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"px-4 py-3 font-semibold text-gray-950\"\u003eComb Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"px-4 py-3 text-gray-700\"\u003eFeathered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"px-4 py-3 font-semibold text-gray-950\"\u003eLeg Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"px-4 py-3 text-gray-700\"\u003eFeathered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"px-4 py-3 font-semibold text-gray-950\"\u003eCold Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"px-4 py-3 text-gray-700\"\u003eHardy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"px-4 py-3 font-semibold text-gray-950\"\u003eMature Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"px-4 py-3 text-gray-700\"\u003eMale – 3 lbs | Female – 2 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"pt-4 text-2xl font-bold tracking-tight text-gray-950\"\u003eIncubating Silkie Bantam Eggs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-2 text-base leading-relaxed text-gray-800\"\u003eSilkie eggs typically take about \u003cstrong\u003e21 days to hatch\u003c\/strong\u003e, similar to most chicken breeds. However, due to their smaller size and unique shell characteristics, paying close attention to incubation conditions is essential for the best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl border border-gray-200\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full divide-y divide-gray-200\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"bg-gray-100\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"px-4 py-3 text-left text-sm font-bold uppercase tracking-wide text-gray-700\"\u003eStage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"px-4 py-3 text-left text-sm font-bold uppercase tracking-wide text-gray-700\"\u003eTiming\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"px-4 py-3 text-left text-sm font-bold uppercase tracking-wide text-gray-700\"\u003eWhat Matters\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody class=\"divide-y divide-gray-200 bg-white\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"px-4 py-3 font-semibold text-gray-950\"\u003eSet Eggs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"px-4 py-3 text-gray-700\"\u003eDay 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"px-4 py-3 text-gray-700\"\u003eLet shipped eggs settle for 12-24 hours before placing in incubator.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"px-4 py-3 font-semibold text-gray-950\"\u003eDevelopment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"px-4 py-3 text-gray-700\"\u003eDays 1–18\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"px-4 py-3 text-gray-700\"\u003eMaintain 99.5°F, 50-55% humidity. Turn eggs 3-5 times daily.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"px-4 py-3 font-semibold text-gray-950\"\u003eLockdown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"px-4 py-3 text-gray-700\"\u003eFinal 3 Days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"px-4 py-3 text-gray-700\"\u003eStop turning, increase humidity to 65-70%, keep incubator closed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"px-4 py-3 font-semibold text-gray-950\"\u003eHatch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"px-4 py-3 text-gray-700\"\u003eAround Day 21\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"px-4 py-3 text-gray-700\"\u003eLet chicks dry completely before moving to brooder.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"pt-4 text-2xl font-bold tracking-tight text-gray-950\"\u003eOrder \u0026amp; Shipping Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-5 rounded-xl border border-gray-200 bg-white p-6 shadow-sm\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"space-y-3 text-base leading-relaxed text-gray-800\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silkie Bantam Hatching Eggs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-January through End of October\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeason:\u003c\/strong\u003e Limited quantities – order early for best selection!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Schedule:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orders ship approximately 1 week after purchase on the next available Tuesday or Wednesday.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSexing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hatching eggs cannot be sexed. Any chicks that hatch will be straight run.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-4 text-base leading-relaxed text-gray-800\"\u003eAdd a touch of elegance and charm to your coop with these gentle, silky-feathered companions. Silkie Bantams are perfect for families, hobby farms, and anyone looking for a truly unique heritage breed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"pt-4 text-2xl font-bold tracking-tight text-gray-950\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-5 space-y-4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rounded-xl bg-gray-50 p-5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-lg font-bold text-gray-950\"\u003eDo Silkie chickens lay eggs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-2 text-base leading-relaxed text-gray-800\"\u003eYes! Silkie Bantams lay approximately 156 small light-brown eggs per year. While not prolific egg producers, they're prized for their exceptional mothering instincts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rounded-xl bg-gray-50 p-5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-lg font-bold text-gray-950\"\u003eWhat color are Silkie eggs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-2 text-base leading-relaxed text-gray-800\"\u003eSilkie Bantam eggs are light brown in color. They're smaller than standard chicken eggs but contain the same nutritional value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rounded-xl bg-gray-50 p-5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-lg font-bold text-gray-950\"\u003eHow long do Silkie eggs take to hatch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-2 text-base leading-relaxed text-gray-800\"\u003eSilkie eggs typically hatch in about 21 days under proper incubation conditions. The key is maintaining consistent temperature and humidity throughout the incubation period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rounded-xl bg-gray-50 p-5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-lg font-bold text-gray-950\"\u003eAre Silkie Bantams good for beginners?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-2 text-base leading-relaxed text-gray-800\"\u003eAbsolutely! Silkie Bantams are an excellent choice for beginners. They're docile, friendly, and easy to handle. Their hardy nature makes them suitable for various climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rounded-xl bg-gray-50 p-5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-lg font-bold text-gray-950\"\u003eWhen do Silkie Bantam eggs ship?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-2 text-base leading-relaxed text-gray-800\"\u003eOur Silkie Bantam hatching eggs are available from mid-January through the end of October. Shipping begins in early spring. Orders are scheduled about 1 week after purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"AV Bird Hatchery","offers":[{"title":"8","offer_id":47803242610880,"sku":"hatching_egg_chicken_silky-1","price":51.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12","offer_id":47803242643648,"sku":"hatching_egg_chicken_silky-2","price":76.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15","offer_id":47803242676416,"sku":"hatching_egg_chicken_silky-3","price":96.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"24","offer_id":47803242709184,"sku":"hatching_egg_chicken_silky-4","price":153.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50","offer_id":47803242741952,"sku":"hatching_egg_chicken_silky-5","price":320.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1007\/8326\/files\/Silky_Bantam_Chicken_2_hatching_eggs.jpg?v=1774629298","url":"https:\/\/www.chickencoopcompany.com\/products\/silkie-bantam-hatching-eggs-direct","provider":"The Chicken Coop Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}