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I have a similar situation. Nov/Dec 2022 my 2 yr old Black Australorp hen began crowing. (I didn't worry, that can be sign of dominance) She stopped laying, no worries, it's winter. Now it's been 6 months and she has many PHYSICAL features of rooster? We have had same rooster for over a year...

Our Middle School Science class and FFA members hatched eggs 3/22/23. I did the 'wing shape' guessing game to 'pick' pullets. I'm going to post pictures and the age they were at the time. I'm stumped on what the parents are. These eggs were literally 'barn yard' finds Lol Curious what my...

I've been on farm'ish property all my life. Horses, tomatoes, chickens and geese. Now I'm an 'empty nester' in NE Florida, with 3 furry little dogs, chickens, 10 acres and an awesome DH! Recently I needed to add to my lil flock (1buff orpington, 1 black Astrollup and 1 barred girl whose sweet...

Thank you for your advice. I will continue looking for someone near me that has some available.

I'm in Baker County Florida, and am interested in a rooster. I've just begun my flock though. I'm getting chicks (just finished the coop build), would he be content while they grow? I'm trying to find some age appropriate hens, but not having much luck in our area. Please let me know your...