Splash Silkie Bantam
The Chicken Coop Company
Splash Silkie Bantam Chicken
The Splash Bearded Silkie Bantam is a stunning breed with soft, fluffy plumage in white or pale blue, accented by unique patches of black or dark blue. This eye-catching variety was officially recognized by the American Poultry Association in 2000, making it one of the newer additions to the APA Standard.
Perfect for poultry shows, the Splash Bearded Silkie Bantam is sure to impress with its distinct coloring and calm nature. Known for being exceptionally kid-friendly and getting along well with other breeds, these bantams make wonderful pets. They also love to brood, making them ideal for accommodating and raising eggs or chicks from other breeds. Add a touch of charm to your flock with this gentle, show-ready breed!
Frequently Asked Questions:
What is a Splash Bearded Silkie Bantam?
A beautiful bantam breed with white or pale blue plumage and dark patches, recognized by the APA in 2000.
Are Splash Bearded Silkies good for kids?
Yes, they are exceptionally kid-friendly and gentle.
Do Splash Bearded Silkie Bantams make good show birds?
Absolutely, their unique coloring and calm nature make them great for poultry shows.
Can Splash Bearded Silkies raise chicks from other breeds?
Yes, they enjoy brooding and will happily raise eggs or chicks from other breeds.
Where can I buy Splash Bearded Silkie Bantams?
Available at Chicken Coop Company—contact us for more information!
Splash Silkie Bantam Facts
- Poultry Show Class: Feather Legged Bantams
- Weights – Hen ——-32 oz
Rooster—-36 oz
Pullet——28 oz
Cockerel—-32 oz
- Purpose and Type: Ornamental; Exhibition
- Egg Shell Color: Cream or Tinted Bantam Sized Egg
- Egg Production: Good
- Egg Size: Small
- Temperament: Docile
- Fertility Percentage: 40-55%
- Broody: Setters
- Mating Ratio: 6 Females to 1 Male
- Roost Height: 0 to 2 feet
- Country of Origin – Asia
- APA: Yes, Recognized by the Standard of Perfection in 1996
- TLC: No
- Breeder Farm Source: Poultry Breeding Farm developing our bloodline or strain of pure Silkie Bantams since 1973.
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