Silver Duckwing 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:

Soft brown, cream, and gray down, often featuring distinctive dark stripes along their backs and lighter markings on their faces and bellies.

Description at Maturity:

Petite bantams with silver-white and black plumage, with roosters displaying silvery neck and saddle feathers, glossy black breasts, and distinctive black-and-white wing patterns.

What color eggs do Silver Duckwing Old English Bantams lay, and how many a year?

Silver Duckwing Old English hens lay about 100 to 150 small cream eggs a year. It is also searched as Silver Duck Wing Old English or Old English Game bantam.

When do Silver Duckwing Old English Bantam hens start laying?

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

Can I order only Silver Duckwing Old English Bantam hens?

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

Are Silver Duckwing 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 Silver Duckwing 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 Silver Duckwing, BB Red, and Red Pyle Old English?

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