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Sebright Bantam Chickens

Gorgeous Seabright Bantam Chickens For Sale

Introduction to Bantam Sebright Chickens

Sebrights are a bit of a showstopper, they have the best beautiful and delicate feather markings, they come in many colour variation. They are very smart little hens and incredibly inquisitive, they make wonderful companion chickens, they are best suited to a smaller setup with other like bantam or gentle breeds, they would not do well in a flock of large or aggressive breeds, never mix with Hybrids. Perfect garden companions, they are docile and smart little birds and do prefer to be in breed pairs.

Good With Most

This breed will be suited with most other breeds, however, some delicate breeds are not compatible with Hybrids or more aggressive breeds. Check the full breed guide for more information.

Chicken Buying Guide

Aloof But Friendly

This breed will be very inquisitive and friendly; however, they can seem a little aloof as they do not like being handled too much and will be self-sufficient, they prefer to chicken about doing their own thing.

50-80 Small Cream PA

This breed will lay around 50-80 small cream coloured eggs per year, they are not known for being broody.

More About Bantam Sebright

Character
Suitability
History

Character

Sebright Bantams are such lovely and tiny hens, they have very docile natures and make super pets when in the correct environment. Not suited with very young children as they need a considerate touch, they are happy living in a back garden set up and spending their time pottering about the garden with you. They are inquisitive and friendly, although a little flighty at the start they will calm as they settle in. Sebrights are a true bantam and are one of the most aesthetically stunning hens but not only are they beautiful they are fun and rewarding to keep, they are cheeky and friendly and will like your company, it may take a little longer to gain their trust, but once used to you will enjoy your company.

Suitability

The Sebright Bantam is a rare true bantam and can be delicate, they are not suited to a large outside area and will need an aviary style set up or a well-maintained garden. They are predominantly a show hen and although can be kept in a back garden set up you will need to ensure a good quality house and a covered run area so they do not get too wet or mucky. They make lovely garden companions but are not great for young children due to their aloof and slightly flighty natures, however, they are a chicken enthusiasts dream, easily tamed once trust is gained through regular handling with care, be wary mixing with any hybrids or assertive bantam breeds they need to be in breed pairs. They love to perch so ensuring a good amount of enrichment in their aviary or run is essential for their wellbeing they can manage a house with a ladder or ramp.

History

The Sebright chicken is a stunning, true bantam breed created in England by Sir John Sebright in the early 1800s, known for its ornamental beauty, although originating in the U.K they are now quite rare. They are a true bantam meaning there are no large breed counterparts, they are quite unique and wonderful as an exhibition bird for the chicken enthusiast as they have the most stunning feather markings and gorgeous fan tails. They are not a fantastic laying hen offering 50-80 small white eggs a year, they are not known for being broody. They have a life expectancy of up to 5-8 years.