Both look like females to me. Hens higher up in the pecking order sometimes may act somewhat similarly to roosters. Hope it works out for you and they end up being the genders you want! :)
:welcome It depends what you want them for. Getting baby chicks allow you to raise them and they tend to become friendlier/more attached towards you. If you're looking for particular breeds, Tractor & Supply usually don't have a large selection, but sometimes they do get some good breeds in. You...
Welcome to BYC!!! :) I have had multiple silkies throughout my couple years of chicken raising and I must say compared to other breeds, mine are pretty quiet. Silkies are known for being friendly, so they are good beginning birds and they are quite people and chicken friendly which makes it even...
Hi, I am looking for some baby chicks, preferably silkies and belgian d'uccles. I am hoping to receive these chicks around the 17th. Also, it would be preferable if they were female (I don't know if anyone knows how to sex them). I live in Massachusetts. Let me know if you have anything for me...
Hey guys- where did you get your silkies from and how are their temperament/quality? I really like silkies, but I want to try other hatcheries, as different lines have different qualities. These are mainly pets, so they don't have to be show quality. Thanks!
Thank you guys for the help- she survived the night and seems a little better. I put a little gatorade into the water to help the chicks out. I will update on her status later.
From the recipes I have found, I have not had all the needed ingredients. It is late here, and no stores are open, so I have to wait until tomorrow to get some things like Gatorade. I really hope she makes it through the night, as she is quite sweet.
Hello, I received chicks yesterday. All are doing fine except one- they all seemed fine to me yesterday. Today, one is in the corner with it's eyes closed chirping, I don't know the cause. Any information on what could be wrong? Any advice? Thanks!
I don't have any that don't take breaks, but I just wanted to welcome you to BYC and also say have fun with your house chicken, I love when a chicken is especially friendly to people!
That is a great idea! I made a list of all the breeds I would have in my "ultimate friendly" flock. My list included silkies, cochins, and belgian d'uccles. I am getting an order of 11 chicks on the 10th with a variety of breeds. Let me know the personalities of each, and congratz on the babies!
Extremely cute photos! Glad to hear they are treating you well. Please keep us updated on their personalities as they grow. I am getting one in my mixed order arriving on the 10th