[Tazzy]

Hi,

Olive's chicks are now 3 weeks old and do not look anywhere near as cute as they did when they were a day old. They have most of their feathers but look very ragged around their necks. Some feathers look a little spikier than others on the back of the neck, but generally their combs seem to be a similar size. Most will bounce up and down against each others chests at various times (so funny to watch this  ), but as yet I have no idea which are boys or girls. Am I getting a little impatient, or is there a way to get some indication of which may be cockerels?

[Sassy]

It can depend on the breed but usually you know when they crow! Not for a few weeks yet

[Pretty Chick]

Hi,

Olive's chicks are now 3 weeks old and do not look anywhere near as cute as they did when they were a day old. They have most of their feathers but look very ragged around their necks. Some feathers look a little spikier than others on the back of the neck, but generally their combs seem to be a similar size. Most will bounce up and down against each others chests at various times (so funny to watch this  ), but as yet I have no idea which are boys or girls. Am I getting a little impatient, or is there a way to get some indication of which may be cockerels?

Mine are at the same stage  . It is funny when they bang chests   .
I don't know which sex they are either, so will keep an eye on this topic to see if someone suggests a way you can tell at this stage  .

[Sassy]

Hi,

Olive's chicks are now 3 weeks old and do not look anywhere near as cute as they did when they were a day old. They have most of their feathers but look very ragged around their necks. Some feathers look a little spikier than others on the back of the neck, but generally their combs seem to be a similar size. Most will bounce up and down against each others chests at various times (so funny to watch this  ), but as yet I have no idea which are boys or girls. Am I getting a little impatient, or is there a way to get some indication of which may be cockerels?

Experts can check at day old but it is not recommended for hobbyists as it is a skill if done incorrectly will cause discomfort/damage

Mine are at the same stage  . It is funny when they bang chests   .
I don't know which sex they are either, so will keep an eye on this topic to see if someone suggests a way you can tell at this stage  .

[Pretty Chick]

Hi,

Olive's chicks are now 3 weeks old and do not look anywhere near as cute as they did when they were a day old. They have most of their feathers but look very ragged around their necks. Some feathers look a little spikier than others on the back of the neck, but generally their combs seem to be a similar size. Most will bounce up and down against each others chests at various times (so funny to watch this  ), but as yet I have no idea which are boys or girls. Am I getting a little impatient, or is there a way to get some indication of which may be cockerels?

Experts can check at day old but it is not recommended for hobbyists as it is a skill if done incorrectly will cause discomfort/damage

Mine are at the same stage  . It is funny when they bang chests   .
I don't know which sex they are either, so will keep an eye on this topic to see if someone suggests a way you can tell at this stage  .

  Sassy, did you put in the bit about experts can check etc.?