a quick question.

[bluefeather2697]

what gender grows tail-feathers first? pullet or cockerel? thanks

 

[BlazeJester]

It depends on the breed and the individual chicken. Typically, hens. I had a wyandotte hen that didn't get tail feathers until after 12 weeks, though - that is nearly unheard of except for that particular line of hatchery wyandotte with poor feathering genetics. However, I would not rely on that alone especially if you're looking for the hen.

I'd maybe search leghorn sexing and see what comes up from previous queries. I think I remember seeing that males get their combs particularly early.

 

[RAREROO]

Yep, it depends on the breed, strain, or individual bird.

 

[ICallMyselfCherie']

A very similar question was just asked and answered by several people here:

https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=609632