Pekins come from the Bantam, a small version of a traditional laying chicken. Due to their small size and their world renowned feathered feet, they have little negative impact to a garden. A …

May 12, 2021 · Birchen Pekin: The birchen is a sort of reverse Colombian pattern. Male plumage: Hackle, back, saddle, shoulder covert and wing bows silver white, the neck hackle with narrow …

Sliver birchen pekins. These are an attractive pekin that lays around 180 eggs per year. Pekins are ideal for people with small gardens.

Mar 25, 2016 · The Birchen: Male plumage: Hackle, back, saddle, shoulder coverts and wing bows silver white, the neck hackle with narrow black striping. Remainder rich black, the breast …

Mar 26, 2025 · Despite puffiness, Pekin bantams are tiny birds, existing between 8-12 inches tall and weighing about 1.25-1.5 pounds (0.5 – 0.7 kg). Some sources may consider Pekin …

May 8, 2021 · The Pekin bantam chicken is a true bantam with no large fowl counterpart and is well known for it's fluffy, round shape and easy going nature. It is kept almost purely for …

Jan 8, 2021 · Pekins are a true bantam breed - this means there's no large fowl counterpart. There are several stories about their origins but my personal favourite - and the most dramatic …

Jan 14, 2025 · There are several varieties of the Pekin. These are the Blue, Black, Mottled, Cuckoo, Barred, Columbian, Partridge, Lavender, Silver Partridge, Buff, Birchen and white …

Mar 29, 2015 · Photos and breed information for Pekin Bantams, true bantams that have no large counterpart. Originally called Cochin Bantams when they arrived in the UK.

Pekin bantams are highly regarded as fantastic backyard birds for young families in urban environments due to their small size and calm, docile temperament.