Bantam Calico Cochin

The Bantam Calico Cochin is a stunning ornamental bantam breed admired for its fluffy feathering, feathered legs, and beautiful calico coloration. Their calm, friendly temperament and compact size make them an excellent choice for backyard flocks, exhibition, and families looking for gentle chickens.

Day-Old Chicks

Hatching Eggs

Breed History

The Cochin breed originated in China and gained worldwide popularity during the 1800s after being introduced to Europe and North America. Known for their exceptionally fluffy feathering, feathered legs, and gentle temperament, Cochins quickly became one of the world’s most recognizable ornamental chicken breeds.

Bantam Cochins are the smaller bantam form of the breed, prized by poultry enthusiasts for their compact size, friendly personalities, and exhibition quality. The Calico variety is a modern color variety that has become increasingly popular for its striking mix of red, black, white, and mottled feather patterns.

Appearance & Behavior

Bantam Calico Cochins have a rounded body, heavily feathered legs and feet, and a soft, fluffy appearance. Each bird develops its own unique calico pattern, making no two birds exactly alike. They are exceptionally docile, friendly, and easy to handle, making them ideal pets and exhibition birds.

Breed Standard

Bantam Calico Cochins have a rounded, fluffy appearance with abundant feathering that extends down the legs and feet. Their calm, docile nature makes them excellent pets, exhibition birds, and backyard flock members.

Each bird develops its own unique calico feather pattern, making every individual slightly different. Their quiet temperament and willingness to be handled make them especially popular with families and youth poultry exhibitors.

Hatching Eggs

We incubate at 99.5°F and 55% humidity.

Notes

  • Excellent for families and beginners
  • Very gentle and easy to handle
  • Great broody hens and attentive mothers
  • Better suited for covered runs during wet weather due to feathered feet
  • Excellent exhibition and ornamental breed

Egg Color: Brown

Egg Size: Small

Average Eggs Per Year: 100–150

Country of Origin: China

Cold Tolerant: Excellent

Heat Tolerant: Moderate

Landrace: No

Great for Beginners: Yes

Free-Range Ability: Fair

Broodiness: High

Ideal Rooster-to-Hen Ratio: 1:8–10

Auto-Sexing: No

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