Old English Game facts for kids
Bantam cock and hen
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| Conservation status | Breed association (2002): secure FAO (2007): not at risk |
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| Country of origin | England |
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| Egg color | white tinted |
| Comb type | Single |
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| APA | All other standard breeds |
| PCGB | Hard feather |
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The Old English Game is a special kind of chicken that comes from England. People probably first bred these chickens for exciting sporting events.
There are two main types of Old English Game chickens. They are called the Carlisle Old English Game and the Oxford Old English Game. There is also a smaller version called a bantam. A bantam is a miniature chicken breed.
What Do Old English Game Chickens Look Like?
Old English Game chickens come in many different colors. In America, there are 28 recognized colors. In Europe, there are 33 different colors listed.
In Britain, the Carlisle type has 13 recognized colors. The Oxford type has even more, with 30 recognized colors. This means you can find these chickens in a wide variety of beautiful shades!
What Are Old English Game Chickens Used For?
For a long time, these chickens were used for special competitions. But since 1849, when these competitions were stopped, people have kept Old English Game chickens mostly for shows.
They are very popular at poultry shows because of their unique look and history. Old English Game hens can lay about 40 small, light-colored eggs each year.
