Hi all! Do chickens pant from stress/anxiety? We just introduced 2-4 month orpingtons into our flock (a buff and mauve) and the mauve is panting a lot. It’s hot, but she has had cool water and she’s the only one panting. Is it possible that she’s just getting used to her new friends? It’s a...
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We picked up these three from Atwood’s, they should be about 3-4ish weeks now. I don’t know what they are (brown one is probably an EE) and am starting to notice some comb growth on the lighter two. Any guesses of breed and do I have some cockerels on my hands? Thanks!
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This is our first time with chickens and we’re learning so much! We started with some Barred Rock and now chicken math has gotten to us and we believe we may have gotten some Rhode Island Reds, a possible EE or two, and some mystery chicks. Any guesses as to the rest of our flock...
Thank you! I thought cockerel from his lighter color. His comb is getting very red, but some of the pullets also have a redder comb. He’s also a little more outgoing and social than the rest of the girls.
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I have some barred rock chicks I got from TSC about 6 weeks ago. I’m about 90% sure one is a rooster but wanted to get some more experienced opinions! The chick is in question is the br on the far right. Let me know your thoughts 😊