Easter Egger Sexing "tips and tricks" *Pictures Included*

[Wishing4Wings]

I noticed today, that Stretch is just as consistant on feather patterns as Pickles- (the pullet). However, Gemma has 4 brown spots/splotches on her back. The brown is the color of clay soil so kinda red/ kinda brown. Would that be the pattern that indicates Roo?

At that age they are changing so quickly. Pattern is only one clue. The comb often provides confirmation. Thick legs and stance will sometimes be clues. I like to see several traits to be confident.

Are Gemma's spots on her back or high up on the wings? The red patches that show early for many cockerels are on the wings.

 

[chickmammy]

At that age they are changing so quickly. Pattern is only one clue. The comb often provides confirmation. Thick legs and stance will sometimes be clues. I like to see several traits to be confident.

Are Gemma's spots on her back or high up on the wings? The red patches that show early for many cockerels are on the wings.

2 are high up, below the neck. 2 are on the high part of the wings.

As for stance- I have some that stand up very tall- is that a sign?

 

[Wishing4Wings]

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Since some spots are on the neck, it could develop into more of an overall pattern. Give it a week or if you can manage some better pics (good lighting helps), maybe people would have some input.

In my experience, stance is not a sure thing until they are a bit older.

 

[scarlett13]

Just thought I'd post some updated pics of the chicks I asked about almost 2wks ago. These guys have changed so much since I first brought them home! I am positive I have 2 cockerels and pretty sure the other 2 are pullets.
Topaz- cockerel

Valentina- now Valentino- cockerel

Sapphire and Fernando- who needs a new name now that we're pretty sure she's a she

 

[Wishing4Wings]

scarlett, how old are they now?

 

[chickmammy]

Just thought I'd post some updated pics of the chicks I asked about almost 2wks ago. These guys have changed so much since I first brought them home! I am positive I have 2 cockerels and pretty sure the other 2 are pullets.
Topaz- cockerel

Valentina- now Valentino- cockerel

Sapphire and Fernando- who needs a new name now that we're pretty sure she's a she

Your Roosters are so pretty!

 

[justin77]

This is a big help!

 

[scarlett13]

scarlett, how old are they now?

They are around 10wks now.

 

[scarlett13]

Your Roosters are so pretty!

Thank you! They are turning into beautiful boys. Valentino is developing some splashes of red around his wings and green in his tail feathers. It's gonna be so hard to let them go when it's time to re-home them!

 

[Wishing4Wings]

Quote: I am wondering about Topaz. The coloring certainly looks cockerel, but the comb seems so small and pale. Is there a chance this is a pullet? Has he crowed yet?