Sebright

Species description

Sebright (eng. Sebright) is a true bantam created in England by John Sebright and first exhibited in 1815. Birds are naturally miniature, with a compact, rounded build and short body. Carriage is upright, the breast is distinctly convex, and the tail is fan-shaped and broad at the base.

Breed origin and standard

The breed is a true bantam by origin. A key hallmark is identical feather type in males and females: cocks lack pointed hackle, saddle and sickle feathers; cock-tailed phenotype (no sickles) is desirable. Every feather must show a neat, refined lacing.

Disqualifying faults: long coarse body, wings held high and tight to the body, missing feather lacing.

Plumage and conformation

Wings are dropped, almost touching the ground, and do not fit tightly to the body. In young cocks, the upper tail coverts can stand up to 2 cm above the rest. The tail has seven rectrices on each side.

Productivity and behavior

Annual lay is 60–90 eggs (~30 g, white to yellowish shell). Hens often show a strong broody instinct. Despite their small mass, birds are agile fliers — sometimes rivaling pigeons.

• Average cock weight — ~0.6 kg
• Average hen weight — ~0.5 kg
• Leg ring size: cock — 11 mm, hen — 9 mm

Housing

Provide a warm, dry, draft-free coop, a spacious run with a canopy, and low, wide perches — birds fly readily and can hop over fences. Diet: quality decorative-breed grain mix, greens, mineral supplements, and constant access to clean water.

Breeding and health

To preserve crisp lacing, select breeders with ideal feather pattern and shape. Weight control, vitamin support during molt, and parasite prevention help maintain feather quality and overall flock condition.

Buy a Sebright: ordering and shipping

At our farm you can purchase Sebrights in various color varieties. Delivery across Ukraine. To confirm availability and delivery, contact via Viber, Telegram, or phone 050-182-27-27.

Popular options:

• Sebrights (main subcategory)
• Golden Sebright
• Silver Sebright
• Sebright Chamois

Frequently asked questions

Is it difficult to achieve crisp lacing

The key is correct pair selection and a complete diet emphasizing amino acids and trace elements during molt.

Can Sebrights be kept with large breeds

Better as a separate family or with other bantams to avoid feeder competition and injuries.

Do they need high perches

No — low, wide roosts are ideal. Birds are small and active but prefer lower supports.