Silver duckwing OEGB sexing at 4 weeks

ChickenCameFirst

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May 10, 2025
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So, these chicks hatched 2 days shy of 4 weeks ago. Their chest feathers are coming in and one has the autosomal red on her(?) breast, while the other doesn’t. I’m almost positive that the autosomal red is a pullet and the other (with his red comb that’s getting bigger) is a roo. My confusion, i guess, is if it’s normal for the males of this color variety to feather in without the red breasts while young. I figured they’d be near identical to the females until they reach sexual maturity and their new feathers come in.
I think I already know the answer. I suppose I just need someone to confirm it for me.
 

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Awesome! Thanks for the responses!
I was unaware how they would feather in. I feel like most Roos take way longer to get their adult colors so it’s nice to have idea of who is what at a young age.
I’m glad to know that it’ll be a similar case for my 2 week old silver duckwing leghorns.
 

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