Which bantam breed to get started with [UPDATED]

[Takeylla]

So I’d like to get some bantam breeds this year, but I have a few questions first. So I could choose the right breed/breeds. BUT FIRST, here is my list of breeds (with color choices on some) Cochin, Japanese (white black tipped), Phoenix (bb red, silver duckwing, golden duckwing, golden, silver), Silkie, Old English Game Bantam (same colors as Phoenix, just add self-blue to these), and Belgian d'Uccle ( Mille Fleur, Porcelain, Golden Neck, and Mottled) for the bantam Chicken breeds.
Now questions:

1)Which one would you recommend?

2)Which one is easier to get then others?

3)Which is the most friendly (both genders)?

4)Which roo is less likely to crow as much, I get that they’re a roo and they’re gonna crow but which of these breeds ain’t gonna be as noisy as the other?

5)Which breed will be easier to care for?

6)Which breed doesn’t need a lot of run space compared to the others?

7)Is any breed easier to get NPIP approved then the other, or is it all the same?

8)Which would do good in a neighborhood/residential area?

9)Which is your favorite ?

10)Do you own any of these breeds?

And those who could help and answer thank you very much, I appreciate it.
(The update is that I narrowed down my breed choices)

 

[ChickenCanoe]

I've never raised bantams but for question 5, the thing you want to think about first and foremost is what breeds are most adaptable to your climate. That always makes life easier on you and your chickens. Most areas of SC are relatively mild so it won't exclude many of your choices.
These breed charts could give you some of your answers to your questions.
http://www.sagehenfarmlodi.com/chooks/chooks.htmlhttp://www.albc-usa.org/documents/chickenbreedcomparison.pdfGood luck with your future chicken world.

 

[Takeylla]

I've never raised bantams but for question 5, the thing you want to think about first and foremost is what breeds are most adaptable to your climate. That always makes life easier on you and your chickens. Most areas of SC are relatively mild so it won't exclude many of your choices.
These breed charts could give you some of your answers to your questions.
http://www.sagehenfarmlodi.com/chooks/chooks.htmlhttp://www.albc-usa.org/documents/chickenbreedcomparison.pdfGood luck with your future chicken world.

Ok thank you

 

[glassdragonfly]

The only "pure" bantam I have is a silkie hen. She gets the same care as all the other chickens and does just fine. Silkies are great for going broody and she is a wonderful mother. I sure wish I had a silkie rooster! My stepson has a bunch of bantams,but they are all barnyard mixes. Good luck with your search!

 

[Takeylla]

The only "pure" bantam I have is a silkie hen. She gets the same care as all the other chickens and does just fine. Silkies are great for going broody and she is a wonderful mother. I sure wish I had a silkie rooster! My stepson has a bunch of bantams,but they are all barnyard mixes. Good luck with your search!

Ok thank you

 

[Folly's place]

I have Belgian d'Uccles and EE bantams, and had Silkies long ago. I found the Silkies more difficult from a care standpoint, and gave up on them early. They can't fly, or see well, or manage weather extremes, either hot or cold. Many people love them, but separate housing seems best for them. Phoenix roosters have those tails, needing special care and roosting to look fine. Old English game bantams are cute and do fly really well, and I also like the Cochins, and have never had the Japanese.
Enjoy whatever you pick!
Mary

 

[Takeylla]

I have Belgian d'Uccles and EE bantams, and had Silkies long ago. I found the Silkies more difficult form a care standpoint, and gave up on them early. They can't fly, or see well, or manage weather extremes, either hot or cold. Many people love them, but separate housing seems best for them. Phoenix roosters have those tails, needing special care and roosting to look fine. Old English game bantams are cute and do fly really well, and I also like the Cochins, and have never had the Japanese.
Enjoy whatever you pick!
Mary

Ok thank you

 

[Folly's place]

I also had bantam Brahmas, and liked them a lot. None here now, and I don't care for the standard Brahmas much, but the bantams are very nice.
Mary

 

[Takeylla]

I also had bantam Brahmas, and liked them a lot. None here now, and I don't care for the standard Brahmas much, but the bantams are very nice.
Mary

Alrighty, thank you