Newbie and have questions

[Chicky_B]

Hi everyone! I am new to backyard chickens and have 4 little chicks. I am unsure of their breeds (except one, it’s a silkie) and their sex. We got them from an elementary school project of hatching eggs. I’m so excited to spoil these guys!

Although I need some help. My little chicks are 5 wks old (I know it’s a little young to sex them) but one of them seems to have some red/ pink comb and I’m not sure if it’s a pullet or cockerel or if I should just keep waiting. I will attach pictures of this chick! I’m also unsure of his/ her breed. Any opinions for sex and breed welcome!

Glad to join the community

 

[Yorkshire Coop]

Welcome to BYC @Chicky_B

Great that you could join us all here! Congratulations on getting your chicken adventures started! You might like to post in what breed gender section where members will be able to help you out. You can find it here ~ https://www.backyardchickens.com/forums/what-breed-or-gender-is-this.15/

Enjoy BYC and all the chicken chat

 

[TwoCrows]

Hello and welcome to BYC!

Adorable babies, thanks for sharing! Definitely follow the link @Yorkshire Coop has left to our What Breed and Gender forums.

Enjoy your flock! And welcome to our community!

 

[Jenbirdee]

Aww she he? is so cute! I’m more of a duck duck goose girl, so I’ll let someone more chicken knowledgeable to help you with that. But hey, welcome to BYC.!!

 

[chrissynemetz]

Hello, and welcome to BYC! We're glad you joined us!

 

[Blue Raptor]

Hi everyone! I am new to backyard chickens and have 4 little chicks. I am unsure of their breeds (except one, it’s a silkie) and their sex. We got them from an elementary school project of hatching eggs. I’m so excited to spoil these guys!

Although I need some help. My little chicks are 5 wks old (I know it’s a little young to sex them) but one of them seems to have some red/ pink comb and I’m not sure if it’s a pullet or cockerel or if I should just keep waiting. I will attach pictures of this chick! I’m also unsure of his/ her breed. Any opinions for sex and breed welcome!

Glad to join the community

Welcome to BYC!!

 

[SilverBirds]

Welcome to BYC!

 

[janiedoe]

Welcome to BYC. Do you intend to keep the males?

 

[pennyJo1960]

Welcome to Backyard Chickens. This is a great place to explore and hang out.

 

[007Sean]

Howdy, and Welcome to Backyard Chickens.

Happy to have you here with us. Enjoy your time here at BYC!

Thanks for joining our community!