Missing Identity

[JusWingit]

Hello all,
New to chickens and was given 10 chicks back in February. At that time I was told there were 6 Rhode Island Reds and 4 that they thought were Autralorps. As they grew, the 4 black chicks became distinctly different. 2 became completely black with black feet and the other 2 developed a black and brown combination. If anyone can help me identify them, I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks

 

[Poultrybreeder]

The first two are Australorps, the others could be Black Sexlinks?

 

[itspebbl]

2x
And it looks like your RIRS are actually red sexlinks

 

[JusWingit]

The first two are Australorps, the others could be Black Sexlinks?

All 4 lay eggs smaller than the Reds. Very light tan in color. Granted they have only been laying for about a month now.

 

[JusWingit]

2x
And it looks like your RIRS are actually red sexlinks

Well that is interesting. I am very new to this and haven't even heard of sexlinks.

 

[JusWingit]

So these are probably sexlinks?

 

[itspebbl]

I have loved all the red sexlinks we have had so far, they have been friendly and great producers of huge eggs. If you want some more information on how sexlinking works, here's a very detailed and informative thread- https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/sex-linked-information.261208/

 

[itspebbl]

Yes, they do look like them. RSL hens are red with white typically on the tail and neck. Here is a picture of one of mine

 

[JusWingit]

Yes, they do look like them. RSL hens are red with white typically on the tail and neck. Here is a picture of one of mine
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Thanks for the info. I will read up. Out of the 6 I have, they are producing 5 large eggs a day. They are very friendly and good with my kids. They seem to enjoy being petted.

 

[ronott1]

It looks like:
2 Black Australorps
1 red sexlink
3 golden comets or ISA Browns--a sex link that is different from a red sexlink.