The Silkie is a breed of chicken named for its atypically fluffy plumage, which is said to feel like silk. The breed has several other unusual qualities, such as black skin and bones, blue earlobes, and five toes on each foot. They are often exhibited in poultry shows appearing in many colors, and types. We have chosen both the bearded and non bearded breeds in many colors and types to share with the world.

Silkies are considered a light breed of chicken (approx 1.5kg to 2 kg) and arrived from China. They do lay several different colored eggs and can be expected to produce between 100 to 120 before becoming broody. The hens are legendary for their brooding and mothering instincts and stories abound of silkie hens hatching and caring for other breeds of chickens, ducks and geese, as well as their own chicks. Many Silkie owners believe that they are the best natural incubator you can use.

Alabama Silkies has one of the world's finest collections of "one of a kind silkies" with grandchickens in all 50 states, and 20+ countries around the world. We love silkies so much we always say it three times. "Silkie Silkie Silkie".

NEWS:

THE LATEST INFORMATION ABOUT PRODUCTS AND SERVICES.

12/10/2023: ALABAMA SILKIES: The 2024 hatching season will start soon.

12/07/2023: ALABAMA SILKIES: We still have grow outs in stock. Call 256.624.8198 for more information.

12/04/2023: ALABAMA SILKIES: There are still Hatching eggs available. Get them before they are all gone.

11/03/2023: ALABAMA SILKIES: Last of the chicks have been released for the year.They are 15 days old and waiting to meet you.

10/10/2023: ALABAMA SILKIES: Hatching eggs are back for a limited time just in time for Chrictmas and there are new chicks ready for their forever homes.

09/10/2023: ALABAMA SILKIES: Hatching eggs are about to go back on sale for Christmas...

08/05/2023: ALABAMA SILKIES:Chicks are in stock but going fast. The 2023 hatching season will be over before you know it.

07/11/2023: ALABAMA SILKIES: We have added another 288 egg GQF incubator to the harchery to help with demand.

06/01/2023:ALABAMA SILKIES:Three new chick release dates posted. Good luck.

05/10/2023:ALABAMA SILKIES: ALL HATCHING EGGS ARE SOLD OUT FOR THE REST OF THE YEAR.

04/07/2023: ALABAMA SILKIES: The next chick release is May 12th. No appointments needed on that day and no reserves. First come, first serve. People start lining up 6am we open at 8am. Plan accordingly.

04/07/2023:ALABAMA SILKIES:Please park infront of our house during your visit. We have two driveways and pleanty of parking. If you get here and were are not outside to direct you please, call us at 256.624.8198.

03/06/2023:ALABAMA SILKIES:WE NOW HAVE A TRUSTED COURIER SERVICE TO DELIVER YOUR BIRDS SAFELY TO YOU. CALL US FOR DETAILS.

02/23/2023:ALABAMA SILKIES:Chick release is March 10th at 8am.

01/03/2023:ALABAMA SILKIES:Hatching season has begun!! Stay tuned for release dates.

01/02/2023:ALABAMA SILKIES:Hatching eggs are shipping as fast as possible. Please be patient.

INVENTORY: (BIRDS ARE IN STOCK)

CHICKS ARE STRAIGHT RUN

Note: Our actual stock may slightly differ from website as chicks hatch slowly, but sell quickly.

We do not, nor will we ever, ship our little chicks anywhere, for any price. The health and welfare of our baby birds mean more to us then any amount of money.

Alabama Silkies uses a trusted professional courier service to transport all of our live birds once they reach a safe age to do so.

The age differs as the season do and will be evaluated at the time in question. WE DO NOT COURIER CHICKS.


The prices below are for straight run chicks. We do not charge for show or breeder class when you buy chicks.

However, if you are interested in "Breeder" or "Show" class birds, please call us at 256.624.8198 for prices and availability. NOTE: The waiting list is quite long.


SILKIE CHICK PRICES: VACCINATED (2 WEEKS OLD)

9 OR LESS - $25.00 each

THE TEN PACK
$240.00 - $24.00 each

(4 chick minimum)
CALL (256) 624-8198 for availability.

CHICK RELEASE DATES:

Alabama Silkies uses GQF SPORTSMAN 1502 series incubators with a 1550 hatcher. The accuracy of their digital thermostat, LCD display of Temperature and Humidity is completed with an on-board computer that monitors systems and the environment every second to keep itself updated.

The random Electronic egg turning control, audio/visual indicators in the 1502 result in the hatch rates we depend on to bring the finest chicks possible to our customers.

All our chicks are vaccinated, treated for ground based parasites and giving the life starting vitamins they need to grow up to become a healthy Alabama Silkie.

WE DO NOT SHIP OUR CHICKS

They are straight run and are 14 to 19 days old on release. We do not reserve or have pre-pay. Chicks are a first come first service item and they go fast. Plan accordingly if you wish to get your hands on some of these awesome chicks.

2023 HATCH SEASON STATUS:

03/10/2023 (SOLD OUT)
04/07/2023 (SOLD OUT)
05/12/2023 (SOLD OUT)
06/09/2023 (SOLD OUT)
06/30/2023 (SOLD OUT)
07/15/2023 (SOLD OUT)
07/28/2023 (SOLD OUT)
08/11/2023 (SOLD OUT)
08/25/2023 (SOLD OUT)
09/15/2023 (SOLD OUT)
09/29/2023 (SOLD OUT)
10/20/2023 (IN STOCK)

Call 256.624.8198 for availability.

HATCHING EGGS:

When you order an assortment of Alabama Silkies specialty hatching eggs, you may get one of our awesome one of a kind sizzled silkies that people from all over the world brag about on Facebook and Instagram.

All our eggs are gathered many times through out the day and inspected for integrity in the shell's natural bloom. This is the invisible film that is nature's best defense to prevent air and bacteria from entering the egg.

The eggs are then placed pointed side down in the hatchery until the final inspection before shipping of the airsac's attachment, which must be properly sized, placed and maintained. This is very vital as the air sac supplies air to the growing chick while stabilizing the pressure and removing waste. Chicks can form and actually hatch if this becomes detached during shipping with a little skill, but no egg is shipped in this state by us.

Finally, we look for a nice big yolk sitting stationary in the middle of the egg to provide nutrition for our little grandchickens during the 21 day incubation process.

Also, we NEVER ship pears or footballs. And our eggs will not have thin spots or ridges. Some eggs may have a little body checking, but it is very minimum if any at all is present as these eggs will hatch perfectly fine without any troubles. Your eggs will be randomly selected from our White, Black, Buff, Blue, Partridge and Painted silkie houses. You should be able to get a nice variety of colors.


OUR AWESOME SILKIES PRODUCE...

White

Black

Buff

True Blue

Self blue / Lavender

Grey

Mottled

Splash

Paint

Partridge

Porcelain AKA Blue cream

We also carry Satins and Naked Necks in many colors

CURRENT EGG PRICES:

ONE DOZEN: $179.95 US includes shipping (14-16 EGGS)

All egg orders come with...

Our awesome detailed hatching instructions.

A coupon for future ordering.

A Silkie temperature chart.

Some Alabama Silkies swag.*while supplies last*

The best customer service in the business.

SHIPPING:

WE SHIP ALL DOMESTIC HATCHING EGGS USING USPS PRIORITY MAIL SERVICE.
When the lives of your future loved ones are involved, we recommend that you use the very best shipping service to protect them.

NOTE:
We DO NOT Ship to PO/APO Boxes without prior aprovement.

All International orders must be phoned in to finalize proper paperwork.

There is a $20.00 charge to cancel orders that are not completed.

Please complete both steps of our hatching egg order form to claim your queue slot.

STEP 1: Enter shipping information and select the amount of eggs you want.
STEP 2: Pay for the hatching eggs ordered.

Call us at 256.624.8198 during business hours to order if you simply hate forms.

Please read this before ordering any eggs as all sales are final. No refunds.










CURRENT HATCHING EGG QUEUE WAIT TIME IS: (14-21 DAYS)

SILKIE GROW OUTS:

We carry breeder, show and awesomely awesome pet class birds grown out to many different stages throughout the season.

None of them have ever wanted for anything.

Our birds have been spoiled their entire lives and have received the nutrition, grooming and human contact a growing silkie not only needs, but desires.

They are available in many color, ages and types and are priced by age/class/sex. Please, call us at 256.624.8198 or text to 256.328.4006 for availability as it is constantly changing.

The prices range from $25.00 to $1250.00

HENS:(COMING SOON) - ROOSTERS: (COMING SOON)

CONTACT US:

We are located in Piedmont, Alabama about 5 minutes from Jacksonville State University just off of 21 hwy.



HOURS:

Tuesday - Saturday
8 am - 6 pm

Sunday - Monday
CLOSED

Phone: (256) 624-8198 **CALL TEXT LINE**
Text: (256) 328-4006

Email: info@alabamasilkies.com


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