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Buff Brahma... Roo or Pullet?

Discussion in 'Raising Baby Chicks' started by EquestrianEm, Apr 17, 2016.

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  1. Apr 17, 2016 #1
    EquestrianEm

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    Roo or pullet? This little one is 5 wks old.

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  3. Apr 17, 2016 #2
    EquestrianEm

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  5. Apr 17, 2016 #3
    azygous

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    Probably a pullet. But next time you're holding her, part the feathers on her back and see if you see any orange pin feathers. It could be a bit early since Brahmas mature slower than most breeds, so keep checking. If you see those orange "dots" near the skin, you have a cockerel.
     

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