Why does this chick look like this?

[JacinLarkwell]

Mine are 6 days old. I have 5 pullets (hopefully). Only one, a buff Orpington) has tail feathers.

I’ve heard feathering out faster is usually a sign of a pullet, but most pullets don’t have tail feathers at a week old.

It's only an indicator if they're specifically bred for those genes to be sexlinked.

 

[lilchickenz]

I think it could be a roo

You are correct. He started crowing this morning. Only 4.5 weeks old!

 

[Lor]

An early crower.

 

[lilchickenz]

He's 6 months old now! Even tho he began crowing early, he's a very quiet roo. Crows a bit in the morning or if something upsets him. Usually very quiet all day. Has a nice personality too. I love him.

 

[lilchickenz]

He's crowing a lot now and kinda mean. Not sure this is gonna last. A shame because I still love him

 

[Insnesnakos]

He's 6 months old now! Even tho he began crowing early, he's a very quiet roo. Crows a bit in the morning or if something upsets him. Usually very quiet all day. Has a nice personality too. I love him. View attachment 3698565

Wow he is so beautiful!