Barred Rock - 5 weeks old - roo?

[2ndTink]

I know it's still early, but I was reading on here that some BR roosters have lighter coloring than the pullets. One of my 5 wk old BR's caught my eye as it is definitely different than the other 3, any thoughts on pullet vs roo?

Thanks!

 

[Northwest_Wannabe]

I've seen a LOT of these silver necked barred Plymouths recently in BYC, I'd wait. That white isn't standard for barred Plymouths or cockerels, just something genetic I believe! I'm not entirely convinced boy v girl here, although the Combs are a little big on the two in the middle it's still a little early to be sure

 

[Chickenhappy8708]

BRs do develop combs quite early, both sexes. I don't see anything that screams male if that helps, but to early.

 

[2ndTink]

I thought I'd post an update on Blue the light colored BR, I think all 4 are pullets. Two of them are more mature with redder combs and faces. Blue is definitely unique, pretty close to normal feather pattern at her tail then fades to the front. Her legs have very minimal of that grey washing, its very faint.

 

[LadiesAndJane]

Agree!

 

[Silviaschicks]

she may be a mix. any eggs yet?