This is a genuine bantam breed, very old and having no real relationship to the large breed of Cochins. It was imported from Pekin in the middle of the nineteenth century, hence its name. In recent years new colours have been added to the Standard.

 

Uses: Exhibition.
Origin: Peking, China. Eggs: 120 – 160 White / Cream.
Weight: Cock: 680g Max.Hen: 570g Max.

Useful to Know

Known as Cochin Bantams outside of the U.K. although there are differences between them