7 week old silkie sexing

[goldysgirl]

Hi all! Does anyone have any guesses about the sex of my 8 TSC silkies? I think they are about 7 weeks old, so I know it is early, but any guesses? Some have single combs and two don't have feathers on their feet, but they are still really cute! I think the last bird is about as "Roo" as they get, haha. Thanks!

 

[Stacyoung13]

Still way young. But just off hand guessing, 2 pullets 6 cockerels. Don’t flip out yet. Still got a while before we know for sure. Hoping I’m wrong. Lol

 

[goldysgirl]

I totally agree. I think there are only two pullets. There is one other one that I thought could be a pullet, but I think it is most likely a cockerel. The amount of sparring going on has been unbelievable! And it started so early. Like a battle of T-rex's with too much testosterone!!!! I think I did better with the Ideal order chicks that are a few weeks younger. Thanks for your response!

 

[goldysgirl]

Yeah! Out of 7 birds left (one lost to predator) 6 ended up being girls and only one roo. I am getting quite a few eggs! I can't believe it. I was certain I had 6 roos and 2 hens haha!

 

[Claudinechick]

Yeah! Out of 7 birds left (one lost to predator) 6 ended up being girls and only one roo. I am getting quite a few eggs! I can't believe it. I was certain I had 6 roos and 2 hens haha!

You just gave me some much needed hope! Could I see a picture of your silkies now?

 

[silkiemama002]

Wow love this thread I’m convinced every day I have three out of three roosters, so thank you for the hope haha

These silkies are a bloody pain and they certainly keep you guessing

If you fancy a crack at early guesses on some 7 week olds, here’s my thread. I post pics every week with 7 weeks coming tomorrow!