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Sussex Bantam

Sussex Bantam

The Sussex Bantam is a miniature version of the larger Sussex breed, known for its calm demeanor and attractive appearance. Bantams are popular for their reduced size yet retain the breed's distinctive characteristics. They are excellent for small gardens or urban environments due to their compact size.

Habitat

Sussex Bantams are well-suited to a variety of environments, including backyards and small farms. They thrive in areas where they can forage and explore but are adaptable to confined spaces as well. They are often found in suburban and rural areas across Europe and North America.

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Characteristics

Size25-30cm
Wing Span30-40 cm
Male Weight0.7 kg
Female Weight0.6 kg
Life Expectancy8 years

Ease of Keeping

Beginner friendly: 4/5

Useful to know

Sussex Bantams are known for being friendly and good with children, making them ideal pets. They are also good layers for their size, producing a decent number of eggs annually.

Behaviour

Temperamentfriendly
Flightinesslow
Foraging Abilitygood

Confinement Tolerance

Sussex Bantams are adaptable to confinement but appreciate space to forage and roam. They are generally calm and can tolerate limited space if necessary but enjoy more room for exploration.

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