what age can you tell at?

[senrabruk]

I have some Sumatra chicks that are about 7 weeks old I was woundering if anyone knows around what age I can tell if they are boys or girls?
And what to look for?
thank you

Micah

 

[MysticScorpio82]

Hmm not positive about the age, but what you are looking at mainly is the comb - A hen's comb won't turn red (or dark pink) until she is ready to start laying (within a couple weeks normally); whereas a Roo's comb will start to turn at a much earlier age. If you can post some pics I am sure your friendly, neighborhood BYCers can help you identify gender

 

[senrabruk]

Thank you soo much!! I will get pics as soon as possible (but do I need to put them in the other forum?)