Do Buff Orps mature slower?

[FLOWERPOT]

I have several BOs and one is supposed to be a roo, but he looks identical to the others in his comb development. they are 6 weeks old now but other breeds I have the males comb is obviously different.
The only difference I can see is that his tail is slightly longer than the others. Is that a sign?

 

[EmptyNest]

Miy buff orps are 6 weeks as well and I can definetly tell the difference between the roos and hens. They both have combs but the roos are redder. I'll go out and take a pic and post.

Ok here they are:

This is the pullet

And, here is the roo - you can see the comb and waddles are starting

The pix quality isn't too great, they were not wanting to cooperate and hold still but I think you can see the difference.

 

[wilds of pa]

Yes with orps you can tell in most cases male or female by 5-6 weeks old.


charlie

 

[FLOWERPOT]

Hummmm
Most people want the little girls, I wanted just one boy but looks like he is a she!!
Thats ok I love her personality and got her from the roo bin so 1/2 price!!

 

[sara]

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Too bad you aren't near me, I could keep you stocked with buff orp roos, it's all I can hatch!