Poultry Terms
What does “standard (std)” or “bantam” mean?
These terms describe the size of the bird.
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Standard birds are the full-size version
A standard bird, sometimes listed as std, is the large or normal-size version of the breed.
A bantam is the miniature version of that same breed.
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Standard or Std
The large or normal-size version of a breed.
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Bantam
The miniature version of a breed.
Simple way to remember it
If you see the same breed offered in both standard and bantam, the standard bird is the full-size version, and the bantam is the smaller version.
For example, a standard Cochin is the larger version, while a Cochin Bantam is the miniature version.
Quick reference
| Term | Meaning |
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| Standard / Std | Large or normal-size bird |
| Bantam | Miniature version of the breed |
In short, standard birds are full-size birds, while bantams are the smaller miniature version of the breed.