1. Aug 11, 2013 #1
   

   aaustin93 In the Brooder

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   Hi everyone!
   
   Is it normal for a male Rouen to change from the typical male coloring (gray, white ring, green neck and beak) to female coloring after a molt at this time of year? He literally looks just like a female with brown feathers. I couldnt find anything about it when I googled it /:
   
   thanks,
   Ali

    
2. Aug 12, 2013 #2
   

   sourland Broody Magician Premium Member 9 Years

   

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   He is exhibiting Eclipse plumage, the summer plumage of a drake. Later this fall he will once again go through a molt and develop the Nuptial plumage of a breeding male. Yes, it is normal and is an annual occurrence.

    

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