My EE at 8 weeks...Roo or Hen??

[mmtillman]

We ordered a straight run of 5 of these Americaunas. This is the only one who looks like it might be a roo? Any opinions? Or is it too soon to tell? I am happy to have so many hens out of a straight run, but wouldnt be broken hearted if it was a roo. We have 24 girls and one roo so far....one more roo would be perfect! Thanks!

 

[tunaoftheland]

looks to me like it might be a roo. Very pretty!

 

[okiehen]

Looks like a roo to me. Pretty color.

 

[ging3rhoffman]

My 6 ameraucanas or EE's were all supose to be pullet and this one turned out to be a boy and looks alot like yours.

 

[sherrydeanne]

Only 8 weeks, really? That's definately possibly a cockeral LOL. I'd say 80% roo, can't see the comb well enough to be sure.

 

[Chicky Tocks]

If it's comb is red and the others are more orangey yellow, you've got a rootie tootie roo roo.

 

[txchickie]

Looks roo to me

 

[PhlyinPheBee]

By the tail feathers I am going to guess Roo.

 

[toyzbox]

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What is it about the tail feathers that makes you think it's a Roo?
I've got one I'm starting to wonder about. He/She is only about 6 weeks old and also the only one with a red comb.

 

[mmtillman]

Thanks for the answers everyone!! I am so pleased!! I was wanting about 3 roosters to my 22 hens...so that will be about right.
( if that is too many roos for 22 girls...someone let me know? )

Tho I was hoping for lots of blue and green eggs...so will have to find a couple of EE hens to make up for these roosters..... 2 of theseEE's have the same red comb...so I have 2 EE roos. Thanks again!!