Cuckoo Silkie

I'm not gonna lie, Silkies are my least favorite chicken (eek- I said it!). I'll tell you why- they just aren't great for wet Pacific Northwest life and my true loves are more utilitarian-type chickens (lookin' at you, Dominiques). Silkies are unique birds that have silky-soft feathers, similar to down. They are a delight to caress! These feathers do not hold in heat, keep heat out or shed water. Because of this, Silkie chickens should be kept in a dry, protected run (or in the house!) to keep them comfortable. These tiny birds do make great pets as they are known for being very calm and gentle. All Silkies have a crest (feathered topknot) with some having beards and some not. Silkies will lay 2-4 tiny cream colored eggs/week and are known for being broody. If a snuggly pet chicken is what you're after and you have a well protected coop and run, these birds may be for you!

NOTE- most bantam breeds of chickens are offered straight run, or unsexed, making it a 50/50 hen/rooster ratio. Flock City bantams are sexed to 90% accuracy (90/10 hen/rooster ratio) reflecting the higher price point. These birds also come with a sex accuracy guarantee. If you suspect a cockerel, and the chick is at least 14 weeks old, you send me a picture so we can determine together. If yes to a cockerel, I send the pics to the hatchery and we both get 50% of our money back.