Naked Neck Pullet or Cockerel?

[FernhillMama]

11-12 weeks old. Having a hard time with this one. Do all NN Roos have big wattles?

Sorry for the questionable picture quality. They’re runners.

 

[FernhillMama]

 

[Lovely Lettie]

I would say rooster.

 

[SilverBirds]

Cock.

 

[pipdzipdnreadytogo]

Yes, he's a cockerel. Regarding his wattle size, he appears to have a pea comb whereas the other male pictured has a single comb. The pea comb gene not only restricts the size of the comb to the shorter, bumpier version you see on the bird in question, but it restricts the size of the wattles as well, which is why his wattles are smaller than the other male.

 

[651789]

Cock.

 

[FernhillMama]

Yes, he's a cockerel. Regarding his wattle size, he appears to have a pea comb whereas the other male pictured has a single comb. The pea comb gene not only restricts the size of the comb to the shorter, bumpier version you see on the bird in question, but it restricts the size of the wattles as well, which is why his wattles are smaller than the other male.

Very interesting! Thank you!

 

[FernhillMama]

I was able to catch him this morning and get in close to look at his emerging saddle feathers. Had hoped I would have a hen and roo from these, but alas I’ll try and rehome.

 

[gimmie birdies]

I have a few NN's but all of mine are EE also so lower combs. Females.

 

[igorsMistress]

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Beautiful! That red in the wings is also a good indicator of being a cockerel. I hope you can find them homes!