Description
Black bearded Silkie bantams were described in 1598 by renowned naturalist Ulisse Aldrovandi as “wool bearing chickens” that were “clothed with hair like that of a black cat.” Also like a kitten, a black bearded Silkie bantam makes a terrific pet that loves to snuggle in your lap.
In 1975 the black Silkie was the second variety accepted to the APA Standard, 91 years after the first Silkie was standardized. These awesome bantams are all black, except for their turquoise earlobes and dark purple combs and wattles. If you raise other chicken breeds that don’t brood, Silkie hens are consistently eager to hatch and raise chicks of any breed.
You don’t have to choose just one of the five Cackle Hatchery® Silkie varieties. See our Mixed Silkie Bantam Special. For more details about the Silkie bantam, visit Breed Spotlight: Silkie Bantam Chickens. See all color variations of silkies for sale
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blueelysium83 –
Excellent chicks. I am an experienced poultry keeper and upon receiving chicks I closely examined the silkies the next day. This is because I show in 4H. I was happy to say that I found no defects such as no middle toe feathering and four instead of five toes on each foot. It’s definitely more expensive but worth your money. Because whether or not you show they are incredibly cute. They shipped nice and healthy from Missouri to Iowa. Got three extra, one of each breed I ordered. I will definitely buy from you instead of my old hatchery from now on. Some are a little droopy right now but I think they will make it.
Brett Shoemake –
Arrived happy and healthy! Looks to be a strong batch of chicks! Ordered 15 and got 3 extra for a total of 18! Thanks so much!
Adorable little fluffy butts –
100% satisfied
I ordered 5 white Silkies and 5 black Silkies and only lost 1 white one. The black Silkies are my favorite, but I’m enjoying them all. My little white rooster is hilarious, he’s very protective of his girls and doesn’t like anything to come near them, he’ll chase them away no matter how big they are! I also have Buff Orpington that I purchased from Cackle Hatchery and I love them too! I won’t purchase my chickens from anywhere else!
SilkieChik12 –
Great little birds
I ordered some of these little guys and am happy I did. They are everything I wanted. They are really small.
4h kiddos –
Sweet birds!
Purchased as a 4h project and couldn’t be happier with the quality. Pleased with staff and look forward to business in the future.
Beautiful!! –
The Black Silkie Rooster we got is stunning!
He has been healthy, friendly and naturally protective of his girls. His feathers are shiny and bright. He’s just gorgeous!
Peggy from Kansas –
Perfect little silkies
Ordered 12 silkies and got a couple extras!! Very healthy from day one! Will be ordering more next year! Great communication. Thanks!!
Carrie –
Thanks
I love my silkies. They are so beautiful and sweet.
Jaclyn –
Black Silkie
We got ordered 5 and received 6. All the chicks survived and are doing well. They survived their trip to the county fair this year all receiving blue ribbons. They live well with the other chicken breeds we purchased at the same time. (Mottled Houdan, Golden Laced Polish, Dark Brahma, and the Naked Necks)! They are very gentle and we enjoy having them in our chicken family.
Pamela –
Everyone of them have been perfect!
Your hatchery is consistently exceeding my expectations with my beautiful black silkies, that have all become beautifully developed and top quality
Sam –
Love these little guys
I was nervous about ordering live animals and having them shipped to me as I had never done this before. Ordered 10, along with other breeds of chicks and received 11 healthy chicks. It has been a few months now, 10 are hens and one rooster so I could not be more pleased! All are friendly and healthy and I’m really happy and recommend these babies!
Chick lady –
Black silkies
I ordered 5 black Silkies received 6. Unfortunately two passed first two weeks which is common. So they come unsexed. I ended up having 3 out of the 4 being roosters. But it’s ok because I have 14 hens. They are so cute and healthy. Super friendly. My small lady is super adorable. A crowd favorite. I love cackle hatchery. Will order more chicks in future. The rest of my chickens I ordered with the Silkies are thriving.
Mrs. Stevens –
Excellent quality
The black silkies were by far my favorite out of all the colors I ordered. They have grown into beautiful birds. I am overall impressed with them.
Heather –
Very impressed!
I was very impressed with all of the black silkie bantam chicks. They all arrived very active and healthy! But I waited for 3 months to write a review because I wanted to see how they would turn out. They are a wonderful breed! They are super friendly with both people and other birds. Not to mention that they are adorable!! I will definitely be ordering from you guys again. Thank you for your dedication to both your birds and your clients!!
Robert –
Gorgeous Birds
This is my third time ordering silkie chickens from this company this is the only company I seem to get good breeding any good coloring from this will be the only company I stick with purchasing my silky breed from thank you so much cackle hatchery
Mel –
Squishy balls of fluff
All arrived alive and well and are currently thriving. A little bigger than the white silkies I got and I’m okay with it. They are super docile and love hanging out with their Easter eggers big sisters. Would definitely get again. Their color gets a lot of compliments from everyone who sees them.
Chicken Farmer Harper –
Love them.
I ordered a mix of silkies. They all arrived well! We have 2 black roosters and 3 black hens. They are adorable and very mild mannered. I love them!
AL –
Neat Birds
These are very cut little birds that are quiet. They add a unique look to a flock of birds. Very fluffy. Ordered 5 chicks. 2 didn’t make it for some reason or another but ended up with 3 full grown all hens so that I consider a win.