Does anyone know any tricks on barnevelder sexing?

[Roseynose]

I read that an early tail means it's a boy and then I read the opposite. Just got it from wilco I think it's 2 weeks old not sure though.

 

[JedJackson]

Tail growth isn't an accurate way to sex. They say Barnies with a lot of black early on are more likely to be male. That is the only trick I know. I think you should wait until it is at least 5 weeks old before trying to sex this chick.

 

[Roseynose]

Tail growth isn't an accurate way to sex. They say Barnies with a lot of black early on are more likely to be male. That is the only trick I know. I think you should wait until it is at least 5 weeks old before trying to sex this chick.

Is that black tail a bad sign? I tried to pick the most feathered bird in the group.

 

[JedJackson]

Is that black tail a bad sign? I tried to pick the most feathered bird in the group.

No, I think it is having more black on the body, not the tail. I know it's hard but it's best to just enjoy them and not worry about sex until 5 or 6 weeks old.

 

[Roseynose]

I'm just so afraid to end up with another roo. My family is new to chickens and we get so attached. I'm having a hard time rehoming the one I already have.

 

[JedJackson]

I'm just so afraid to end up with another roo. My family is new to chickens and we get so attached. I'm having a hard time rehoming the one I already have.

That is understandable. I hope it is a pullet. Have you posted on BYC about rehoming your cockerel? Might be worth a shot.