Comb Color - Buff Orpingtons

[Darlagips]

At about what age do Buff Orpington hens start to get a really red comb? Mine are 4 months old now and just showing a pinkish tint. They have been wormed. So I was just wondering when I could expect them to turn really red. And when that happens? Does it mean they are about ready to begin laying?

 

[Crabella]

This is my first year with buff orpingtons. I was told they mature a little later than some other breeds, and not to expect them to lay until 20-26 weeks, or even a little later. With my older hens the comb became bright red before laying, so I think while they are getting closer, you have a while yet.

and congrats on getting pullets, I have four and I am beginning to think that 3 of the 4 are roos. sigh. I don't need more roos.

 

[KimKimWilliamso]

My one BO is about 10 weeks old, and has red face and waddles, but her comb is fairly flesh toned still, just pinkening around the base.

 

[Jubilee1111]

My girls start at 23 weeks. The comb and wattles become a super bright red around 20 weeks. Some of them have bigger combs and waddles, while others keep tight little petite looking ones. I've had both hatch from the same parents.

 

[OKprairiegirll]

This is my blue orpington roo. He is less than three months old and is already very large and has lots of comb and wattle.

Then I have a blue pullet -


The question comes about my buff - same age - no tail to speak of but getting a comb and wattle. What do you think?