Australorp Rooster or Hen?

[True_Blue]

These Australorps are 12 weeks old

 

[EmmaRainboe]

Pullets

 

[homeschoolin momma]

I agree

 

[Sussex19]

Pullets

 

[3KillerBs]

Pullets.

Australorp boys put their combs up early -- I can usually sex mine at 3-4 weeks and the two mistakes I've made at that age so far have been the other direction, mistaking a fast-maturing pullet for a cockerel.

 

[True_Blue]

Pullets.

Australorp boys put their combs up early -- I can usually sex mine at 3-4 weeks and the two mistakes I've made at that age so far have been the other direction, mistaking a fast-maturing pullet for a cockerel.

I really thought the one with the shorter tail was a Cockerel! This is my first experience with chickens so wasn't sure. That one seems different than all the rest and has always looked different and seemed to make different noises. I really appreciate yours and everyone's feedback!