*Cochin Bantam Discussions*

[Birdie2019]

So I am interested in Cochin Bantams, and I’ve read on the site “Cochinsint” a bit. I am currently trying to find a breeder, and I have messaged one, still waiting for her response.
Right now, I am asking if I could maybe see some of you guys’ Cochin Bantams and why they are keepers, culls, and that such. It would be very helpful. But please explain it to me like I’m 5. I’m not too far in yet, and don’t know the technical terms.

 

[WalnutTree]

I'm getting two bantam cochins, one mottled, one black frizzle, from Meyer Hatchery next year. Never raised baby chicks before, can't wait to see what amazing personalities they'll have! I'll be watching this tread, because I'd like to know more about them as well!

 

[HappyClucker7]

I have two bantam cochins, one frizzle and one smooth. They are a little over 6 weeks old now. I really love them. They are super friendly and love to just sit in my hand for ages.

 

[Chicalina]

I only have one and she is happy around humans but doesn't like being picked up. She wasn't socialised enough as a young chick and I only bought her as POL. So I havent had the same friendliness as they are reputed to have.

She is a sweet natured thing though, and never bullies any of the flock, unlike my Polish! And she never gets bullied either. I think she knows her place at the bottom. Some might say boring, but I think she is cute.

In the UK, we call these Pekins.

Here she is, giving me her "whatchadoin?" face

 

[Shellybob]

I have a mix and am not even sure which is which in my bunch My son brought me hatching eggs from a nice lady in Texas and almost all hatched. She said they were a mix of Russian crested, Cochin bantams and one even seems to have some silkie in it though it is black( but has an extra toe each foot) They are super sweet and are 4 weeks now. All I know is that I’m in love If anyone knows what they are, please let me know