Any RIR experts here to help with gender?

[ForFlocksSake]

My RIR is about 5-6 weeks old (probably closer to 6) and the past two days I noticed its comb growing and waddle appearing. Really hope this doesn't mean Cockerel. Any input? I know 8 weeks is better to sex but I'm getting concerned.

 

[-Chanticleer-]

That’s around the same amount of wattle and comb mine had at that age. If it reddens I would start to worry. Looks like a pullet for now.

 

[Tookie]

Pullet!
If it was a cockerel I'd expect much more red and pronounced wattles and comb.

 

[ForFlocksSake]

Pullet!
If it was a cockerel I'd expect much more red and pronounced wattles and comb.

Thank you! I sure hope you’re right.

 

[ForFlocksSake]

That’s around the same amount of wattle and comb mine had at that age. If it reddens I would start to worry. Looks like a pullet for now.

Oh good! This makes me feel better.

 

[Tonyroo]

To me it looks like a cockerel, at that age the comb for females will be pale yellow with no reddening.

 

[ForFlocksSake]

I included these photos in an updated post about my entire flock but I wanted to update growth here. The comb and wattles are pink/reddish but not nearly as red as my obvious cockerel in the bunch (not sure the breed on that one). This chick also has thicker legs than the other pullets but is about the same size body wise.

 

[Sussex19]

I included these photos in an updated post about my entire flock but I wanted to update growth here. The comb and wattles are pink/reddish but not nearly as red as my obvious cockerel in the bunch (not sure the breed on that one). This chick also has thicker legs than the other pullets but is about the same size body wise.

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My best guess would be a slower developing cockerel, but it could still go either way.

 

[-Chanticleer-]

I’m still going to say pullet.

 

[ForFlocksSake]

I’m still going to say pullet.

Your guess is my favorite. How long do you think before it becomes glaringly obvious? its 8-9 weeks right now.