Roosters crowing, when do they start?

[alexa009]

What specific age do roosters start crowing at? I know mine is 14 weeks the only one I have raised as a chick and he hasn't started at all yet. He tried once at 4 weeks of age but never after that. When did all of your roos start? Any answers appreciated.

 

[oldhenlikesdogs]

Most start between 3-8 months, with the majority around 5 months.

 

[Frazzemrat1]

all depends. I've seen videos of week old chicks baby crowing, and there are some who wait forever. If you have an older roo, that will have a big part in it, as the younger cockerel will see the older roo as dominant and won't crow.

 

[jay873]

all depends. I've seen videos of week old chicks baby crowing, and there are some who wait forever. If you have an older roo, that will have a big part in it, as the younger cockerel will see the older roo as dominant and won't crow.

that explains everything! But I never would have thought that he still wouldnt even in a separate coop.

 

[Frazzemrat1]

that explains everything! But I never would have thought that he still wouldnt even in a separate coop.

Fence or no, your cockerel won't speak up for fear of a thrashing from the dominant roo. Once his hormones start really kicking though, he'll probably take the chance... and also try to mate if he's not already.