Example: Speckled Sussex can look similar to Welsummer, however Speckled Sussex have a distinct eye line that curves up while Welsummer chicks have an eye line that goes straight back or slightly downward. Compare your chick's legs with the picture you are viewing. Are your chick's legs clean or feathered, dark or light?. The 5 baby chicks from Falcon are all different looking, 2 black, 2 brown, and 1 looks like a chipmunk! The 5 baby chicks from Einstein all look almost identical - they are yellow chicks with 5 toes and bright orange feet.
The comb of a bantam chicken may be small, but it plays a significant role in identification. Different breeds showcase various comb types that are not only distinctive but also help in understanding the chick's lineage.. Getting chicks is half the fun, finding out what they are is the rest! If you're hatching barn yard mixes or buying a mixed flock these tips for identifying chick breeds are sure to come in handy