I have several silkie chicks of various ages, from exactly 1 month to exactly 4 months old. All unknown genders, obviously. It's frustrating, obviously.
I have one silkie rooster who takes care of everyone. Today we witnessed the roo do a "Dance" for one of the 4 month olds. (the dance with one wing down and skipping/ shuffling sideways, you know) My question is, if I see the rooster "dance" for one of the chicks, does that mean the chick is a girl????? I always thought that dance meant "hey baby! you're cute!"
I would love to be able to use my faithful roo as a silkie chick sexer! (OK that sounded strange)
Thanks for your expert advice!
I have one silkie rooster who takes care of everyone. Today we witnessed the roo do a "Dance" for one of the 4 month olds. (the dance with one wing down and skipping/ shuffling sideways, you know) My question is, if I see the rooster "dance" for one of the chicks, does that mean the chick is a girl????? I always thought that dance meant "hey baby! you're cute!"
I would love to be able to use my faithful roo as a silkie chick sexer! (OK that sounded strange)
Thanks for your expert advice!