Gc, I've been a little disappointed in the milles feet as well. But I'll wait a little longer. If one is still pecking toes, then maybe as actual feathers come in they'll start looking better. I do see nubs where fluff should be.
I kno what you mean about culling. Hard decisions, but you have to make them. I pulled some myself, since I brought home new blood. Never easy, but necessary.
Now, here's a riddle for you.
Lav x MF = Black w/ lacing for me. I call thses my project birds.
Project X Project =
She's the first chick to emerge. She's a lovely even yellow, so far. Will get another photo when she's dry.
I was really careful not to let another roo get to the project girls. Only Lucky, the chosen project roo, bred with them. It wil be very interesting if I get all goldnecks from this cross....