I suspected a cockerel, but wondered why the other Olive Egger cockerel(the one with copper feathers aka JayZ) doesn’t challenge him. JayZ is bossy to the other cockerels and pullets. And me.
I think you are correct. He actually has some brown/copper feathers also.
I’m holding out to see if ‘he’ lays any eggs. I’m seeing rooster AND hen behaviors.
I originally wanted a Cochin Rooster because they are mild and I love the feet. So he would be the best choice based on original ideas.
But now.... that I have grown fond of all of them, each having their own personalities (and names)... it’s hard to figure out which ones to let go. I have...
Goals.... we want fresh eggs. And unique chickens as pets. Want to end up getting silkies and Polish... but did not think they were great layers.
I would keep all if they did not fight or abuse the hens. Do I wait and find out?
Hello! We wanted some egg layers, so requested 8 hens with one Roo. I’m thinking we ended up with 6 roos.
Our flock - Dominique, 2 Silver Laced Cochin, Blue Orpington, Wellsumer, Barnevelder, Easter Egger, Olive Egger, French Black Copper Maran (but I think another Oliver Egger)
They are are...
Pretty sure this is a Roo. Just need confirmation. 13 weeks. Crows and squats. I thought originally head hen... because I bought (I thought) 9 pullets. Thanks!