Silkie Bantam

Silkies are true bantams, which are miniature chickens that lack full sized counterpart, and are known for their unique featheres and docile nature. The feathers of Silkies closely resemble  a boa, or a featherduster. 
 
For those lacking an incubator and hoping to hatch their own chickens, Silkies tend to go broody and often make great mothers. However, ther docile nature may leave them more prone to being picked on and extra care should be taken when introducing them to previously established flocks. We've found they get get along best with other bantams and more gentle breeds like Orpingtons, Brahmas, Speckled Sussex and Crested Breeds.