Holy Feather — did “she” crow?

[Meggymojo]

Hey everyone,

It’s been a bit since I’ve asked any questions, as I seemed to have everything figured out, well, gender wise. That was until 2 days ago our Alpha Light Brahma Pullet, started making a starting sound. Now, I know that chickens can also crow, but I thought I would check this out with you all. I’ll update a photo of “her”. Maeve is so sweet, we’d hate to see her go, but we are not zoned for Roosters, so we need to know.

Also, is she is indeed a Pullet — do you know how often they crow? Does it become a daily occurrence? I just don’t want to have upset neighbors either.

 

[JedJackson]

Hey everyone,

It’s been a bit since I’ve asked any questions, as I seemed to have everything figured out, well, gender wise. That was until 2 days ago our Alpha Light Brahma Pullet, started making a starting sound. Now, I know that chickens can also crow, but I thought I would check this out with you all. I’ll update a photo of “her”. Maeve is so sweet, we’d hate to see her go, but we are not zoned for Roosters, so we need to know.

Also, is she is indeed a Pullet — do you know how often they crow? Does it become a daily occurrence? I just don’t want to have upset neighbors either.

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How old is it? The comb and wattles are mighty big and mighty red, so if it is under 16 weeks or so, then probably a cockerel. I see no indications of a cockerel in the hackle so far, but it would be good to post a side profile picture that includes the bird's back, saddle, and tail feathers.

If it is a pullet and she is crowing, I suppose it varies how much they will do it. The hens I had that crowed didn't do it often, and the crow was kind of weak compared to a rooster's. But other people may have had different experiences in this area, so other opinions will be of value.

 

[Hyper_Chicken05]

. Now, I know that chickens can also crow,

I know this is asides the point, But with all due respect, Roosters are chickens.

 

[littleprairieheartsfarm]

Age, and picture of saddle feathers?

 

[Birds of a Feather]

How old is it?

 

[21hens-incharge]

If this is the Brahma chick from your intro thread I will say she's a he.

Yes the males crow often enough to annoy neighbors.Ye

Not just Brahma males but all roosters can be quite annoying to non chicken people.

 

[Meggymojo]

I know this is asides the point, But with all due respect, Roosters are chickens.

Lol, yes indeed I know this. I was referring to them more colloquially.

 

[Meggymojo]

How old is it?

About 16-17 weeks. Give or take a week.

 

[TheYLWFlock]

I’d say probably a cockerel based off of the comb and wattles but could you please post a side profile picture?

 

[sassysarah]

We need a full body shot to tell.