I have a feeling 5 out of 7 are boys...Opinions needed!

[shandiane78]

Believe me, I will be VERY happy to be wrong,

but in this thread I was told by a couple of people that the results of this cross would be sex-linked:

https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=319832&p=1

 

[shandiane78]

So, here's a question that might help me a lot, if there's a definitive answer. At what age should I definitely see some comb development and reddening in males? I had assumed Greta was a boy, but I guess now I have some hope...Still looking boyish in the body to me, but the comb isn't anywhere near #1 and #2.

Thanks!

 

[jossanne]

Upright stance is not a good way to judge gender. I had a very slow-feathering, very upright, very thick-legged golden-laced wyandotte pullet that I was certain was a male. For a LONG time. But she turned into one of my prettiest hens.

 

[shandiane78]

Good to know, jossanne! Since I've posted their pics, Clarice and Greta's combs have both started to get a lil pink.

They are the two most friendly!

They will be 4 wks old tomorrow. Do you think at this age, any pinkness to the comb would indicate a male?

 

[HathawayHens]

I think the first two are boys, but the rest look like pullets to me... but I am soooooOOooOooo new to this!

 

[aussieheelr]

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Agreed