What BREED is this?

[Tiwanda]

This was supposed to be an ISA Brown Pullet. I am totally new at this, but it certainly does not look like my other 3. Any ideas? It is 5-6 weeks old and doubled in size when compared to my other 5-6 week olds. Huge thick legs too. Now, I am beginning to doubt whether it is even a pullet! Any info on this bird is greatly appreciated!

 

[summerb123]

It is a cockerel and looks like it may be a red ranger...

 

[junebuggena]

Agree that you've got some sort of red broiler.

 

[Gray Farms]

Agree totally. Looks to be a cockerel of one of the red meat/broiler breeds.

 

[Feather Fanatic 2000]

Your 'she' is definitely a 'he'. As for whether or not it's a broiler... I'm not sure. Just this summer I raised a batch of layers and male meat birds simultaneously (but separated) and by 5-6 weeks old the broilers were closer to four times the size of the layers, (even a male BO) not only twice the size, and mine tended to have black wing and tail-tips. However, it is possible that the growth may be stunted somewhat depending on the protein content of the food. If you are able to maintain a rooster, I would wait and see what it turns into, it's possible you may get another fun breed!

P.S. Even if it is a red broiler, with proper management, they can usually lead a healthy life if you decide to keep them (unlike cornish cross)

 

[drumstick diva]

cockerel meat bird