The Booted Bantam is a popular ornamental chicken with feathered feet and an elegant appearance. A perfect choice for keepers who appreciate smaller decorative breeds.

1. Introduction

The Booted Bantam is a true ornamental chicken, best known for its heavily feathered feet and elegant appearance. This small breed brings charm and character to any backyard flock.

2. Key characteristics

• Type: ornamental chicken
• Size: bantam
• Egg colour: cream to lightly tinted
• Egg production: approximately 80-120 eggs per year
• Temperament: calm and friendly
• Broodiness: relatively high
• Flying ability: limited to moderate
• Special feature: heavily feathered feet
• Vaccinated: yes

3. Temperament and behaviour

The Booted Bantam is generally a gentle and peaceful breed. Its small size and friendly nature make it popular among ornamental poultry enthusiasts.

4. Eggs and laying

Although mainly kept for its appearance, the breed still produces a regular supply of small, lightly coloured eggs suitable for hobby keeping.

5. Housing and care

Special attention should be given to keeping the feathered feet clean and dry. Muddy conditions may damage or stain the feathers.

Important after purchase: newly purchased chickens should initially be fed chick meal. Gradually mix in regular grain to ensure a smooth transition.

6. Who is this breed suitable for?

A good choice for:

• lovers of ornamental bantams;
• hobby keepers collecting special breeds;
• families interested in decorative poultry;
• anyone wanting a calm chicken.

7. Which chickens can it live with?

The Booted Bantam combines well with other gentle breeds such as Cochin, Silkie and Faverolles.

8. Why choose the Booted Bantam?

Its feathered feet and compact size make this breed one of the most decorative chickens available to hobby poultry keepers.

9. You may also be interested in

• Silkie ornamental chicken – another popular ornamental breed with a unique appearance.
• Legnest Lucie – a sheltered place for laying eggs.
• Gustoso Darmbalans – support for digestive health in poultry.

10. Advice from De Hagedoorn

The Booted Bantam looks its best when its feathered feet remain clean and dry. A well-maintained run and calm companions help this breed thrive.

Not sure whether this is the right choice for your chicken run or flock? We are happy to provide personal advice. Feel free to contact Sonja Neven (0479 95 65 01 in the morning).