Can't figure out what this little one is

[michellemj]

Hatched July 9th from Meyer Hatchery & was sent as an extra. I have no idea what breed it is. The chick is very friendly but boy does it like to eat (that makes me concerned it's some type of meat bird). I did email the hatchery and they weren't sure - said to wait until it's more feathered out.

Anyone here have any idea?

 

[JedJackson]

I think it's just too young to know for sure. Possibly rainbow ranger meat breed or a Lakeshore egger.

 

[michellemj]

thanks...I figured it was too early to tell. I was thinking rainbow ranger as well (just from using google to look at images). Never thought of Lakeshore egger. I'll wait a few weeks and post more pictures.

Can a rainbow ranger have a 'normal' lifespan? I don't know much about those.

 

[JedJackson]

thanks...I figured it was too early to tell. I was thinking rainbow ranger as well (just from using google to look at images). Never thought of Lakeshore egger. I'll wait a few weeks and post more pictures.

Can a rainbow ranger have a 'normal' lifespan? I don't know much about those.

I am not sure but they aren't as bad as the regular white Cornish cross. I'd imagine they are still prone to injury, but don't grow as fast, so maybe they live a bit longer. If your order was for all layers or ornamental breeds I wouldn't think they would put a meat bird in there as an extra, so hopefully you have something else.

 

[michellemj]

I had ordered 3 layers. I also wouldn't think they'd put a meat bird in either...but who knows!! I guess I'll just have to wait to figure this little one out.

Thanks for your help!!

 

[MountainWoman73]

I see your post was from last year. Did the chick survive, and did you ever figure out your mystery? I'm trying to identify one just like it.