Just got back from holiday vacation and had my first egg as a late gift. It was so tiny as seen in the picture. I have two Speckled Sussex at 20 weeks. Does it happen sometimes that the first eggs are so small? I have one that is very healthy so don't think it is hers but maybe the one who...
Srambles55, thanx for asking this question, I have a girl that looks almost like that and just haven't asked the question. Mine is only 12 weeks but does not have the blue/silver head and not as much color on her wings. I do hope she looks more like yours as she get older cause she "is" just...
Thank you so much 3riverschick, most appreciated. That sounds spot on from what I see and know about the farm they came from. Also, the advice about winter laying will avoid further confusion oh wise one. I got 2 of several breeds to start getting the lay of the land. Your suggestions on...
Thanks for your the thoughts. I really can't read this one. It is really a great bird and very friendly. It is quite vocal but I would not call it crowing, more like a rumbling clucking noise if that makes any sense. I really have not been around chickens since I was young so can't remember. It...
I would like a little help on sexing a Speckled Sussex. I'm not real familiar with this subject as I just started getting some birds 3 months ago. This one is right at 11 weeks. I hope it is pullet as purchased. Any help is appreciated.
Hey there, need a little help with my chicks. Just started with chickens and so far 2 out of 6 pullets seem to be Roos. Hoping for the best on my 2EE's but any thoughts on the pictures attached. Please tell me it could be a pullet, it's my favorite. It is about 5-6 wks.
Any opinions on the...
Hello, can someone confirm this pullet "Bella" is actually a roo "Bob"? I was sure I picked 2 females until couple weeks ago. Chick is now 5 wks. Thanx. I only stated getting chickens this summer.