Poultry

[Mohamed Nasser]

After the first week, chicks can be sexed mainly by <strong data-start=”52″ data-end=”86″>physical and behavioral traits:

1. <strong data-start=”94″ data-end=”112″>Feather sexing – In some breeds, males have slower feather growth than females.

2. <strong data-start=”183″ data-end=”207″>Comb and wattle size – Males often develop slightly larger, redder combs earlier.

3. <strong data-start=”274″ data-end=”288″>Body shape – Males are usually a bit heavier and stand more upright.

4. <strong data-start=”352″ data-end=”367″>Vent sexing – A trained expert can check the chick’s vent for male or female organs (still the most accurate method).After the first week, chicks can be sexed mainly by physical and behavioral traits:

   Feather sexing – In some breeds, males have slower feather growth than females.

   Comb and wattle size – Males often develop slightly larger, redder combs earlier.

   Body shape – Males are usually a bit heavier and stand more upright.

   Vent sexing – A trained expert can check the chick’s vent for male or female organs (still the most accurate method).