Spangled Old English Game Bantam
Price range: $40.00 through $125.00
The Spangled Old English Game Bantam is a small, lively bird with stunning chestnut, black, and white plumage. Known for its bold personality and upright stance, it’s a hardy, eye-catching breed ideal for shows or ornamental flocks.
Weight: Rooster ~24 oz | Hen ~22 oz
Eggs: Small, cream-colored
Temperament: Active and confident
The Spangled Old English Game Bantam is one of the most striking and classic ornamental poultry breeds, admired for its bold spirit, refined carriage, and eye-catching plumage. A miniature version of the traditional Old English Game fowl, this bantam is bred primarily for exhibition, companionship, and as a living link to the proud history of English game birds.
These bantams are compact yet muscular, displaying a proud, upright stance that exudes confidence. Their spangled plumage is truly captivating — each feather ends in a vivid, contrasting tip that gives the bird a beautiful, dappled appearance of black, white, and golden tones. Roosters are especially eye-catching, boasting flowing tail feathers and brilliant sheen, while hens are more subdued but equally elegant.
Despite their small size, Spangled Old English Game Bantams are known for their strong personalities. Roosters are spirited, alert, and protective, while hens are active and friendly, often making excellent mothers. They enjoy free-ranging and do well in both backyard and show environments.
This breed is remarkably hardy and easy to maintain, thriving in a variety of climates when provided with proper shelter and space. They are excellent foragers, preferring to stay busy scratching and exploring their surroundings.
Although not prolific layers, hens produce small, cream to tinted eggs, typically laying around 2–3 per week during the laying season. Their true appeal lies in their beauty, heritage, and personality rather than egg production.
Breed Details:
- Breed Name: Spangled Old English Game Bantam
- Origin: England
- Purpose: Exhibition, ornamental, and hobbyist breeding
- Temperament: Active, alert, confident, and spirited
- Plumage: Spangled pattern with white-tipped feathers over rich color base (commonly black or red)
- Comb Type: Single, upright comb
- Egg Production: 2–3 small cream/tinted eggs per week
- Weight:
- Rooster: ~24 oz (680 g)
- Hen: ~22 oz (620 g)
- Broodiness: Often broody and excellent mothers
- Hardiness: Cold-hardy and adaptable
- Lifespan: 6–10 years with proper care
The Spangled Old English Game Bantam is perfect for poultry enthusiasts who value beauty, personality, and history in a small but mighty package. Whether for exhibition, ornamental flocks, or as charming additions to a backyard setup, these bantams never fail to impress.
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