I had bought 25 pullets (Barred rocks) and they threw an extra one in. Of course, (this one was a rooster..didn't know). At the beginning I thought I found a nice little hen that maybe I could make a pet of. This chick would always come to me and I would hold it, feed it and let it outside in...
My Barred Rock roo's cone has black aroung the edges where the hens peck at him. I'm not sure why they do this; but he seems to let them. He is very protective of them and can be alittle aggressive......so I don't think he is being a wimp. Has anyone ever seen this behavior?
I have 26 Barred Rock pullets, and have been looking for a young roo to go with them.
I am fairly new to this experience, so i'm not sure where to look. I have been told that it isn't quite time to purchase one yet....what is your opinion.