Isbar thread

[cutipatooti]

I recently got two isbar chicks. A splash and a dark blue. Any thoughts or ideas on when sexing is possible? What are some of the characteristics to look for to distinguish between pullet and cockerel?
PS- I know I can wait for the crow..

I think they are pullets. I recently got 6 more chicks (6 weeks old now) and you can tell pretty early.

 

[Dispatch273]

My Isbar rooster, Captain, looking good today

 

[KYTinpusher]

My Isbar rooster, Captain, looking good today

Very handsome!

 

[ChicKat]

Very handsome!

X2

My Isbars have red earlobes --

 

[Dispatch273]

Very handsome!

X2

My Isbars have red earlobes --

Thank you!!! You can kinda see the red under the white part in the second picture.

 

[KYTinpusher]

Quote: Some of my Isbars have red earlobes, some have the red/white with a blue sheen.

 

[ChicKat]

in some ways -- it is tough to 'improve' a breed with no "SOP" -- because you don't know which is more desirable...which to select for etc. -- I have to say though -- I love the Isbars to bits. :O)

 

[bamadude]

Finally caught up. Awesome read.

 

[bamadude]

This stupid phone wont let me upload pics.
My wife @1kluckychik has some pics on her page. We have 1 blue male and 1 splash male. I think she has them named Bo and Luke Duke.

 

[HugHess]

My only Isbar to hatch with assistance in October 'paid' me back today...!!!!