A bantam chicken is a small variety of fowl, usually of chicken or duck, that is a quarter to a fifth as heavy as a large-fowl chicken. Most bantams weigh less than two pounds and are like a mini version of a standard size chicken. They are smaller than standard chickens and require less space, eat less, and poop less. Bantams come in all different breeds and colors, and nearly every large-fowl chicken breed has a bantam counterpart, with the exception of a few breeds. However, a true bantam chicken is naturally small and has no large counterpart). Bantams are great for beginners, as they are easier to manage and require less space and resources. They are also great for small children and can be a good way for kids to get involved in poultry. Bantams are generally no larger than two pounds, with the smallest bantam breed, the Serama, only weighing 8-16 ounces and the largest bantam breeds, such as the Brahma or Pekin bantams, weighing 1.5-2.5 pounds. Bantams can be raised with large-fowl chickens, but it is best to raise everyone together right from the brooder.