Male chicks will come leg banded for easy identification IF ordered with the same breed female. Remove leg band within 7 days.
Calico Bantam Cochins will bring some festive color to your backyard flock. The Calico coloring is similar in appearance to mille fleur, including their feathered legs. Cochins are cold hardy and excellent foragers. Cochins are known for being one of the top breeds most likely to go broody. They make wonderful mothers. Cochin Bantams are a wonderful option for anyone looking for a very friendly chicken. They are expected to lay around 2-3 cream colored eggs per week.
To read more about the Cochin breed, check out our Breed Spotlight over at the Meyer Hatchery Blog.
Average weight: roosters 32 oz., hens 28 oz