Can you free range bantams?

[QuailMan6666]

Can you free range bantams such as Millie Fleurs and Sebrights? Or will they fly away and never come back?

 

[DobieLover]

I have one of each and they stick closer to the coop/run setup than the rest of the flock.

 

[Bigtom Turkey]

Just remember to keep them penned for a couple weeks at first so they know where home is.

 

[QuailMan6666]

Just remember to keep them penned for a couple weeks at first so they know where home is.

Genius

 

[SilverBirds]

Yes, you can free range bantams. They can fly very short distances, but they rarely ever do. They'll stick around the coop and flock just like the standards sizes. The only thing you need to be cautious about is bantam breeds are more likely to be a target for predators than standards, so expect to lose a few if you decide to free range.

 

[JacinLarkwell]

Yes. I range several different breeds, and usually if they fly away, they were spooked or excited and will come back for food as long as nothing snags them

 

[BGMatt]

Yes, your local raptors will appreciate the buffet.