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Interesting Info About Eggs
Colour of the yolk
Yolk colour is dependent on the diet of the hen; if the diet contains...
Silver Laced Pekin Egg
Temporarily Out Of Stock
We average an 85% fertility rate, all our breeding stock is carefully sourced in order to up hold the breed standard.
The parent stock is fed a quality Breeder pellet which contains extra energy and vitamins, making for a stronger chick.
We recommend that you collect the eggs if possible as this will give the best results. We can post eggs out but cannot promise the fertility rate after this.
We will contact you when eggs are ready to be collected or shipped as eggs are collected to order to ensure freshness!
Pekins are a "True Bantam" meaning they have no Large fowl counterpart.
These marvellous, compact bantams are full of personality. As they have feathered feet they don't scratch and forage as much so do less damage to the garden. However as with all feathered feet breeds they will require checking regularly and best kept on well draining ground.
Tips & Advice
Behaviour
Broody Hen
Some hens become broody for a period of time during the Spring/ Summer months when they feel it's appropriate to hatch...
Health
Bumble Foot
Bumble Foot is a term used to refer to an infection of a chickens foot. Often when a wound on the foot has healed...
Getting Started
House Hunting
When it comes to buying a house, the saying “you only get what you pay for” springs to mind!
A pressure...