Silkies were described by Marco Polo in the 13th century as “hens which have hair like cats, are black, and lay the best eggs.” Buff Silkie bantam chicks are buff or straw colored with some having brown streaks down the back. Their skin, beak, legs and toes are black. Some have beards and muffs while others do not. They have walnut combs, a small crest, five toes on each foot and feathers on their legs and feet. All the adult plumage is golden buff with the males being slightly darker than the females. They are noticeable for their hair like feathers created by their lack of tiny hamuli and scrolls that allow the barbules of the feather to connect.
You may receive both bearded and non-bearded silkies in your shipment.
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