Help, not sure if i've got hens!!

[aredden229]

My 6 rir's are about 14 weeks old. I got them at 10 weeks. Never had chickens befor. How can I tell if they are hens or roo's?? I'm so worried I've got rooster and I only wanted hens

 

[LRH97]

One of the first signs are noticeably larger and redder combs and wattles. Later you may notice longer and pointier saddle (back) and hackle (neck) feathers. And, of course, sickle shaped tail feathers. If you notice these, it is possible that one could be a roo. You can post pictures to get opinions if you like!

 

[BantamFan4Life]

One of the first signs are noticeably larger and redder combs and wattles. Later you may notice longer and pointier saddle (back) and hackle (neck) feathers. And, of course, sickle shaped tail feathers. If you notice these, it is possible that one could be a roo. You can post pictures to get opinions if you like!

I agree.

 

[Cynthia12]

 

[Pork Pie]

Hi and welcome to BYC. The best place to post is What Breed or Gender is This? (I'm sure @Cynthia12 inadvertently copied a different link).

All the best
CT

 

[drumstick diva]

LOL I think Cynthia goofed up. Welcome to Backyard chickens.

 

[sumi]

Welcome to BYC

Glad you joined the flock!

 

[Cynthia12]

LOL I think Cynthia goofed up. Welcome to Backyard chickens.

Why yes, yes I did...I am really really good at that sometimes! Note the time..that is late for me here. I was up even longer...hard getting to sleep last night!

Ha ha...I just looked at what I said when I read your post drumstick...then I read CT's...I posted a link!! Why that poo link...I have nooo idea...

 

[aredden229]

Thanks