Rhode Island Red with Funky Tail Feathers at 6 Weeks

[JessWithChicks]

This RIR has some funky tail feathers and a bit larger of a comb than I was thinking "she" should have. We only have one so I have nothing to compare to. Any guesses or ideas on how to identify? Many, many thanks!!

 

[stephanie1992]

production red Cockrel. the combs big and red for its age

 

[Lothiriel]

production red Cockrel. the combs big and red for its age

x2 Definitely a cockerel with that size comb at that age.

 

[JessWithChicks]

Oh dear. If that is so then this is the second chick today that not only turned out to be a roo but also a completely different breed! Never a dull moment with these chicks!

 

[BlueCamas]

Definitely a Production Red cockerel.

 

[Nicole01]

That's a boy.

 

[stephanie1992]

Oh dear. If that is so then this is the second chick today that not only turned out to be a roo but also a completely different breed! Never a dull moment with these chicks!

Production reds are what hatcherys sell as RIRs. But they are much lighter colored than the real RIR. They are still technically a RIR but only bred for egg Production and not the breeds standards

 

[JessWithChicks]

All I really care about with my chickens is eggs and temperament. As long as they are kind to my two little girls and they lay, they're in! Thanks all for the interesting info. It's great to have this forum available to us.

 

[stephanie1992]

All I really care about with my chickens is eggs and temperament. As long as they are kind to my two little girls and they lay, they're in! Thanks all for the interesting info. It's great to have this forum available to us.

good luck with him. some can be mean while others are nice lol

 

[JessWithChicks]

I've heard that. Since it's now Mr. Red he will be going instead of staying. I only want one roo and I would like to keep Mr. Brownie the surprise Welsummer. Sorry Mr. Red!