Cream eggs

Asian · China

Gallus gallus domesticus

Pekin Bantam

Also known as: Pekin, Cochin Bantam

Beginner Friendlybantamdocile

2.3

Eggs/Week

120/yr

small

Egg Size

1.5 lbs

Weight

2 sq ft

Space Needed

per bird

0.18 lbs

Feed/Day

per bird

often

Broodiness

Historical Origin

China · Asian

The Pekin Bantam is a round, fluffy pocket-sized chicken that is one of the most popular bantam breeds in the world. Incredibly tame and people-friendly, they make wonderful pets especially for children and those with small gardens. Their heavily feathered feet require dry conditions, but their sweet nature more than compensates for the extra care.

Temperament & Behavior

This breed is classified as docile with a noise level of quiet and poor foraging ability. Broodiness tendency: often.

Biological Reference

"Phenotypic analysis of Gallus gallus domesticus (Pekin Bantam) supports a metabolic feed efficiency of 0.18 lbs/day at a standard body mass of 1.5 lbs. Egg production frequency approximates 2.3 ova/week under optimal lighting conditions (14h photoperiod)."