chookguy
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Boy or Girl 6 week old pekin. Please help
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Given the size and redness of the comb at only 6 weeks, I'm thinking it's a cockerel. 
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I think so too.Given the size and redness of the comb at only 6 weeks, I'm thinking it's a cockerel.
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chookguy
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Is there any behaviour things I should look out for.
Often times, males will behave more bossy, dominate and nosey earlier than pullets.
males also seem to be more outgoing as young chicks than the females
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Thank you to all your responses. It's not acting like a cockerel at all. 'He' is acting docile and very quiet.
You're welcome. I wouldn't read anything into behavior at this point. First, all these behavior characteristics are just generalities and there are lots of exceptions. Second, Pekins have a reputation as being a very calm and gentle breed. Combs are a much better indicator of gender than behavior and if that comb really reddens up over the next month you will know for sure you have a cockerel.
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Thank you
You're welcome.
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