Sapphire Gem Rooster or Hen?

[TexasDaisyMay]

First ‘flock’ and I think I may have a male. It is 8-10weeks old and we think a Sapphire Gem. Thoughts?

 

[SilverBirds]

You are correct, Sapphire gem cockerel.

 

[BigBlueHen53]

Hmm. If you see barring you have a better eye (or bigger screen, lol) than I do.

 

[Pigeony]

Yes, cockerel

 

[BigBlueHen53]

is it barred and I'm just not seeing it?

 

[Buckeye Amy]

I got my first Sapphire Gems over a year ago. I didn't know then that they are a sex-linked hybrid. Barring indicates a male. Here's a link you might find informational: Sapphire Gem Chicken

 

[OnlySympathy]

is it barred and I'm just not seeing it?

You can see the barring more clearly here!

 

[Buckeye Amy]

is it barred and I'm just not seeing it?

It's not really obvious, like we are used to seeing.

 

[TexasDaisyMay]

You can see the barring more clearly here! View attachment 4174834

 

[TexasDaisyMay]

Here’s a picture of the chick the day we got it. I didn’t know to look for the barring, but I still can’t see the spot on ‘her’ head.