Need help sexing a cochin and an OEG bantam

[Jeansrie]

These chicks are all about 4-5 weeks old.


Frizzled cochin.. afraid he is a roo.

Another view.

Here is a picture of another cochin chick I have for comparison.


OEG bantam. Roo?.


Side view, if that helps.

My chocolate OEG, for comparison.

Unfortunately I don't have the option of "waiting 'til they crow" because I live in town. Any help is appreciated!

 

[AustralorpGirl]

Check near their tails for saddle feathers. It's easier to tell when they're about 12 weeks, but combs and wattles, saddle & tail feathers, legs are all good pictures to have. Also all chickens don't develop the same way, so you still may have girls.

 

[member 102532]

I think that you are likely right but i would wait a couple more weeks

 

[Jeansrie]

Thanks for the replies. What should I look for in saddle feathers?

 

[member 102532]

not my pic
Long pointed feathers above tail and on neck

 

[Jeansrie]

I can't tell any real difference in their feathering right now, I'm sure they're too young. The Frizzled cochin's legs are about twice as thick as the other cochin's, the OEGBs look the same.

 

[Jeansrie]

Well the little OEGB let out the cutest, puniest attempt at a crow this morning - guess that solves that!

 

[redrooster99]

the cochin looks like roo also but it might take him a little longer to crow.

 

[lovemybantys]

Top one def a boy.