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EE Color Combinations

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3/30/12 at 4:44pm
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I keep seeing people referencing certain color combinations in Easter Eggers that are gender specific. I was hoping someone could show some examples of color combos that are specific to a hen vs those that would indicate a roo. I'd also love to know what the colors are called. Or maybe point me towards any articles on EE coloring. Thanks!

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post #2 of 2
3/31/12 at 6:59am

Any color patterns that would be different are due to the absence of female hormones in a male bird.  Sexual dichromatism is found in chickens but varies with the primary and secondary color patterns. 

 

You will have to be more specific with your question. Posting a link to another thread would be helpful.

 

If you are talking about silver and gold, the two alleles are not specific to any gender; they can be found in both male and female birds.

 

Tim 




 

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