We have an 11 month old Barnevelder hen that in the last week or so has become noticeably skinnier and rattier. Feathers seem to be loosing luster and looks like she has lost quite a few. I don’t believe hens this young would be molting. Appetite and fluid consumption appear normal. Not...
I have two chickens that are a little over 9 weeks and am looking for opinions on whether they could be cockerels or pullets. Pretty sure the buff Orpington is a cockerel but not to sure about the Easter egger. He /she is huge with HUGE feet. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
My wife and I are new to B.Y.C. We have been raising chickens for a little while now. We currently have 16 chickens: Barred Rocks, Easter Eggers, Buff Orpingtons, Barnevelder, Black Australorp, Silver laced Wyandotte, and a Cochin. Also, one male button quail. We also have had Rhoda Island...