Orpington Roos? 16-17 weeks

[agm419]

3 of my orpingtons have much darker and more mature combs that just developed. They were supposed to be sexed but I know that isn't an exact science so I'm concerned some are Roos, or hopefully they are just maturing quicker. I'd appreciate some input . Here are 3 that I could get a quick picture of... The closer one is less developed as the back 2, as you can see.

 

[agm419]

 

[Peanutsmomma]

Well, I am a total newbie to the world of chickens but we have Buff Orpingtons as well and all I can tell you is based on what I have observed in our little flock. I don't think you have roosters because our Buff rooster is only 13 weeks old and he is crowing like no body's business and has a pretty good sized comb and wattle.

Here is what he looks like at 13 weeks for comparison with your babies:



Hope this helps!

 

[Ol Grey Mare]

I am not seeing roosters- rather a couple of girls a little closer to laying than the rest of the group -- and they are at the right age for that to start coming into play.

 

[Mountain Peeps]

You have pullets 100%. At this age males would have larger and redder combs and wattles. Hens won't get the red combs and wattles until they are approaching the laying age.

 

[agm419]

Thank you for the help . After 2 years of research and prep we finally took the chicken raising plunge and are finding it's more of a learn as you go thing . I appreciate the responses!

 

[BayBay Peepers]

Agree with the rest. You have some beautiful pullets Congratulations

 

[Mountain Peeps]

Thank you for the help

. After 2 years of research and prep we finally took the chicken raising plunge and are finding it's more of a learn as you go thing

. I appreciate the responses!

Good luck with them!!

Buff orps are such a great breed!

 

[Ol Grey Mare]

Good luck with them!!

Buff orps are such a great breed!

X 2 - I think our three BO are probably my favorites out of our current flock....I love all of them, but the BOs are extra special, lol.

 

[agm419]

We have a few americaunas as well and while they are all nice birds only the BO run up to us and willingly let us touch them. .