What we offer
Silkie chicks, and maybe more someday
Right now the farm is all about Silkies. As we grow, we may add other poultry and small livestock.
Silkie chicks
- Breed
- Silkie
- Sold as
- Chicks, by the chick
- Availability
- We are a small farm and do not always have chicks on hand. Reservations open in the spring. Reach out and we will set you up with our next hatch.
- Boys and girls
- Silkie chicks are hard to sex at hatch. Unless a listing says otherwise, chicks are straight run, which means about half will be roosters.
- Colors
- Colors vary by hatch. Ask what is in the current batch.
- Price
- Ask for current pricing. We list it with each hatch.
- Pickup
- Wendell, NC area only. We do not ship.
Bringing chicks home: the basics
New to chicks? Here is what matters most in the first weeks.
- Warmth. A common guide is a brooder at about 95°F the first week, then lowering it about 5°F each week. Ask us if you want help setting one up.
- Food and water. Chick starter feed and clean water, always available.
- Keep them dry. Silkie feathers are not waterproof, so they need a dry, sheltered home.
- Easy-to-find food. Heavy crests can limit a Silkie’s view, so keep feed and water easy to reach.
- Wash your hands. Always wash well after touching chicks or their things, and supervise young children around them.
More to come
The name Pecans & Peacocks is a clue to what the farm may grow into.
We may add other poultry and small livestock in the future. Nothing is for sale yet beyond Silkie chicks. If you would like to hear first when something new is available, send us a note.
Questions
Are Silkies good with kids?
They are known for being calm and tolerant of handling, which is why many families start with them. Every bird is different, and kids should always be taught to be gentle.
Do Silkie hens lay eggs?
Yes, but not many, and the eggs are small. Silkies are better known for going broody and raising chicks.
Can Silkies fly?
Not well. Their fluffy feathers keep them close to the ground, so they are easy to keep in a low-fenced yard, though they still need a secure coop at night.
Do you ship chicks?
No. We sell for pickup in the Wendell, NC area.