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Pekin bantam

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The Pekin Bantam has short legs and are fully feathered from head to toe. Arguably the most popular breed in Australia where there are breeders of 15 different varieties.

Classification

True Bantam

Appearance

12 different colours from black, blue mottled, buff to white.

Weight

Cock	680 g
Hen	570 g

Egg Colour

White or cream

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