Red Pyle Old English Game Bantam
Price range: $40.00 through $125.00
The Red Pyle Old English Game Bantam is a small, bold, and beautifully colored bird with rich red and white feathers. Hardy and active, they’re great for shows or ornamental flocks. Hens lay small cream-colored eggs and are attentive mothers.
Weight: Rooster 22–24 oz | Hen 20 oz
Egg Color: Cream
Use: Ornamental, exhibition
Red Pyle Old English Game Bantam is a truly stunning and classic breed known for its fiery beauty, proud stance, and spirited personality. With its bright red and white plumage, bold carriage, and confident presence, this bantam variety captures the timeless charm of traditional English gamefowl in a compact and manageable size.
These birds feature brilliant red hackles, saddle, and shoulders, contrasted beautifully by crisp white feathers on the breast, wings, and tail. The roosters are especially eye-catching, with vibrant coloring and a proud upright posture, while the hens display softer tones of red and cream with a delicate, elegant look.
Despite their small size, Red Pyle OEGBs are full of personality. They are active, alert, and curious, often showing a brave nature far beyond their stature. Males can be territorial, especially around other roosters, while hens are calm, friendly, and make excellent mothers.
Breed Characteristics
• Breed Type: Bantam (True miniature gamefowl)
• Origin: England
• Color Variety: Red Pyle (red and white plumage combination)
• Temperament: Active, alert, and spirited; friendly if handled often
• Use: Exhibition, ornamental, and hobby breeding
• Comb Type: Single comb
• Leg Color: White or light slate
• Skin Color: White
• Eye Color: Reddish bay
Size and Weight
• Male (Cock): 22–24 ounces (620–680 g)
• Female (Hen): 20–22 ounces (570–620 g)
Egg Production
• Egg Color: Cream to light brown
• Egg Size: Small
• Average Eggs per Year: 100–150 eggs
• Broodiness: Moderate to high; hens often make good sitters and mothers
Care and Maintenance
Red Pyle Old English Game Bantams thrive best in free-range or spacious outdoor setups, where they can scratch, forage, and express their natural behaviors. They handle confinement fairly well if given enough space and enrichment. Due to their size, they require protection from predators and cold drafts, but are otherwise hardy and adaptable.
Regular handling helps them remain tame and show-ready, as they’re a popular choice in poultry exhibitions and show competitions for their stunning contrast and traditional look.
Why Choose the Red Pyle Old English Game Bantam
• One of the most attractive and classic bantam breeds
• Ideal for exhibition, breeding projects, or ornamental flocks
• Active, alert, and hardy in most climates
• Adds a touch of vibrant color and personality to any poultry yard
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