I am unsure the gender of these three Blue CM's. They are 9 weeks old. Three emerging half feathers, one copper one green and one purple - have been found (one on each bird). I have my suspicions but their combs and wattles aren't very big. I would appreciate someone else's eye and...
This little blue Cochin was seriously malnourished when I picked her up. She is on her way to full recovery now and I am wondering if she will ever catch up to her normal size? I was told she was 2 months old. I have 5 chicks that same age which make make up my entire flock and she looks like a...
My EE Jade is getting pretty. I noticed today that there is a distinct 3 row pea-comb. This chick is getting black and reddish coloring of the wings and breast areas. Her behavior has been more like whatI would expect from a rooster: staring down then chest bumping other chicks as well as...
My Americauna chick has a beak that is centered on top and off a little at the bottom. She is eating and drinking with seemingly no problems. Should I be worried and do I need to get a vet to get it corrected?
I am brand new to raising chickens so I will be searching through all the forums for helpful information and tips! I have six baby chicks currently (1 Silver Laced Wyandotte, 1 Gold Laced Wayandotte, I Buff Brahma, 1 Buff Orpington and 2 Ameraucana - blue and brown). I hope to add a Polish...