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.

 

[ForFlocksSake]

This thread is a roller coaster of emotion . I appreciate all the responses. I’ll keep my fingers crossed while not getting my hopes too high, I suppose. Thanks to everyone!

 

[Leatherworker]

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.

I'm not an expert, but I have 4 RIB. The Rhode Island half seems predominate in the wattles and combs. All of my girls have always had more comb then the other breeds. Right now at 20 weeks they are very large and the wattles too. Some bigger then the others and some paler then the others. I would not jump to the conclusion that its a cockerel. The age yours are its still hard to tell. I know its hard to wait and find out, but give it a bit more time.

 

[ForFlocksSake]

Coming back to update since I know people search for answers.

She’s a pullet for sure. We’re about 14-15 weeks now and I have no doubts.

 

[-Chanticleer-]

Coming back to update since I know people search for answers.

She’s a pullet for sure. We’re about 14-15 weeks now and I have no doubts.

I called it . Enjoy your pullet! Btw changed my username from Reinn

 

[First time Chick mom]

Coming back to update since I know people search for answers.

She’s a pullet for sure. We’re about 14-15 weeks now and I have no doubts.

Thank you for the update. I just read through the thread and was going to ask what the veridic is. LOL I am very happy you got your pullet!

 

[ForFlocksSake]

Thank you for the update. I just read through the thread and was going to ask what the veridic is. LOL I am very happy you got your pullet!

Thanks! Me too. Out of 6 chicks only one turned out to be a cockerel. I consider that a win!

 

[-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.

 

[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.

 

[-Chanticleer-]

I'm not an expert, but I have 4 RIB. The Rhode Island half seems predominate in the wattles and combs. All of my girls have always had more comb then the other breeds. Right now at 20 weeks they are very large and the wattles too. Some bigger then the others and some paler then the others. I would not jump to the conclusion that its a cockerel. The age yours are its still hard to tell. I know its hard to wait and find out, but give it a bit more time.

completely agree.