We walked into chicken rearing with very little poultry knowledge, learning along the way. One of the most awesome surprises to us was the Bantam Chicken.

A “mini” chicken, just perfect for little  hands.

In fact, smaller enough to hold a few of them.

Laying smaller eggs than a standard hen, and coming in fun sizes (and colours), frequently with feathery legs, these little chickens are a total delight.

These little ones DO  need to be protected though. Small enough to be grabbed by a crow or raven, they tend to be the first snack for predators.  Make sure you have a great rooster around, or provide them with safety zones.

Want to learn a little more?  Check out my “What’s so Great about a Bantam Chicken” video below and see why you need to include a few of these fun little fowl into your flock.