Gender on Silkies (I know, not an exact science)

[MizDiz]

That's Poppa G in the pic with Princess. Poppa G, Princess, and Pip all hang together, while Squeak and Anonymous (yeah, we couldn't think of a name) hang together.

If they are boys, would I be able to feel a spur bump on the leg? I tried to get some better head shots this morning, but Squeak just wouldn't cooperate. Maybe some of these will help. I swear, it's gonna be the egg or crow method. LOL

Anon

Pip

Poppa G

Princess (who wouldn't surprise me if she's a he because every time my niece names a chicken, it turns out to be a boy)

Finally, here's my beautiful roo Fred. Just have to brag.

 

[Poulets De Cajun]

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They all look like males, except for Pip the buff one. But then they have single combs, so I could be wrong. I'm not used to seeing single combs on Silkies, so I am not that familiar with the rate of growth.

 

[MizDiz]

Poppa G is the only one from my stock; the others came from eggs I got on eBay. I prefer bearded Silkies and was surprised when most of the chicks hatched out non-bearded.

Figures that Pip is the only girl.

 

[cluckychick]

I would say Poppa G is a possible girl but they need alittle more time to be sure.

 

[MizDiz]

Anon is the only one allowed in the coop with the rest of the chickens. All the other chicklets are chased out. Guess I'll know in a few more weeks, come egg or crow. LOL

 

[jakmallex]

Maybe this will help:

https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=67469

 

[LilPeeps]

Pip is the only pullet, the rest are cockerels.