BB Red Old English Bantams

All Old English breeds have a very upright stance, giving them the appearance of being very confident - the roosters strut as if with a "cocky" attitude.  Originally from England, Old English were most often used for cock fighting until the sport was banned in 1849. Popular choice for hobby and/or exhibition.

Description at 1 day old:
Rich brown coloring on top of head and down back with two lighter stripes down back. Tawny brown coloring on wings and face, fading to yellow on belly.

Description at maturity:
Males: Beautiful splashes of bright oranges and red plumage with deep blacks and green sheens.
Females: Copper plumage on neck feathers, tawny brown feathering on wings and body.

What color eggs do BB Red Old English Bantams lay, and how many a year?

BB Red Old English hens lay about 100 to 150 small cream eggs a year. Folks also search for it as Black Breasted Red Old English or Old English Game bantam.

When do BB Red Old English Bantam hens start laying?

Old English bantams usually start laying between 22 and 24 weeks.

Can I order only BB Red Old English Bantam hens?

Our breed-specific bantams are straight run only, boxed as hatched, so expect a mix of roosters and hens.

Are BB Red Old English Bantams cold hardy, and what is their temperament?

Yes. Old English bantams are very hardy in heat and cold with dry, draft-free shelter. They are active and confident. Roosters can be territorial, and hens are friendly and good setters.

Do you ship BB Red Old English bantam chicks?

Yes. You pick your ship week in the cart from the weeks we are hatching. We ship by USPS to every state except Hawaii. Order minimums change by season, and your cart shows the current minimum before checkout. Every order is covered by our 100% Live Arrival Guarantee. If they don't arrive alive, call us within 48 hours and we will make it right. Count your chicks when you get them home.

What is the difference between BB Red, Red Pyle, and Silver Duckwing Old English?

Color. BB Red roosters show bright orange and red with black and green, Red Pyle birds are red and white, and Silver Duckwing birds are silver and black. All three share the same upright Old English build.