Breed? Is my Hen actually a rooster?

[Bnbennett8]

Bought these two at 2 weeks old. In some pictures they are under 2 months (in house) and others they are just under 3 (in run). They were vented at 2 weeks to “guarantee pullets” but lately I’ve been thinking that the white and black one might be a roo. What do you all think? Tried to upload pictures where you could see the feathers better. Also, any idea of what breed these two are? Just barnyard mixes? When I bought them I was told one was an azure and one was a Easter egger but I no longer think that is the case. Any information would be appreciated as unfortunately I cannot keep a rooster (bylaw profits)

 

[LadiesAndJane]

I believe you are right but I would like to see a good close-up photo of the one in question of the face/head/comb. Maybe you could have someone hold it so you can get a real good close-up photo?
Also a close-up of the area just before the tail the saddle area, side view and view from the top.

 

[Hei 20]

 

[SulkyBantam]

Yes, very red for a hen.

 

[The Happster]

Yep, he's a cockerel.
The other is an Easter Egger pullet.

 

[Bnbennett8]

I believe you are right but I would like to see a good close-up photo of the one in question of the face/head/comb. Maybe you could have someone hold it so you can get a real good close-up photo?
Also a close-up of the area just before the tail the saddle area, side view and view from the top.

Hopefully these help. I tried to get lots of pictures. It kinda looks like they have hackle feathers but doesn’t look like they have saddle feathers. My other chicken looks like it has hackle feathers too but people have noted she is definitely a pullet. Ugh, I don’t know.. I will be so sad if they are a cockerel, I won’t be able to keep them.

 

[LikeTurkeys]

The buff one is a pullet, could be a Buff Orpington but has lighter color coming in so very well could also be a cross (perhaps a White Leghorn x Buff Orpington cross). The black and white one looks like a hatchery stock Silver Laced Wyandotte cockerel (which could explain why he has the single comb and not vey good lacing).

 

[EmmaRainboe]

I believe you are right but I would like to see a good close-up photo of the one in question of the face/head/comb. Maybe you could have someone hold it so you can get a real good close-up photo?
Also a close-up of the area just before the tail the saddle area, side view and view from the top.

I agree. Looks like a boy, but closer photos could be helpful.

Also welcome to BYC! So glad you decided to join us!

 

[Painted Calls]

Vent sexing would not work at 2 weeks. It should only be attempted by a trained professional as well.

You have a pair. He is indeed a cockerel.

 

[LadiesAndJane]

Oh, and welcome to BYC!