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Pullet or cockerel
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Welcome to the delightful world of chicken ownership! It sounds like you have quite the lively flock with your 20 feathered friends, including Rhode Island Reds, Midnight Majesty Marans, and Leghorns. Identifying pullets from cockerels can be a fun challenge, especially with your observations about the wattle and comb size. The Rhode Island Red's brave approach, scouting for treats before the others join in, showcases its quirky personality. At 55 days old, they're in that adorable stage where their true colors—and potentially their genders—are starting to shine. Keep an eye on those combs and wattles, and don't hesitate to reach out for tips from fellow chicken enthusiasts. Happy clucking with your charming crew!
 | I'm a first time chicken owner with a flock of 20. The two pictured are a Rhode Island red (brown with spots) and the midnight majesty maran (pigeon looking one). They are the only two I think might be males based on picture 2's wattle coming in and picture one because if the redness and size of its comb compared to it's 4 sisters. In total I have 5 Rhode Islands, 5 marans and 10 leg horns. Other than those differences they are identical. The red is also the first to approach me overtime I enter, then all the others come over after she/he has done their scout. All checks are 55 days old (almost 8 weeks). Thanks in advance [link] [comments] |
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