9 Week Old Rhode Island Red: Rooster or Hen?

[Audderpops]

Can anyone tell if my RIR is a hen? S/he's the one with the bright red comb (Artemis). All the others in the flock are the same age, but Artemis grew bigger than the rest early on, with a larger and brighter comb. Is very dominant and asserts it often.

There have been no attempts to crow and no spurs have developed. I would have to get rid of him/her - I would be so sad!!!

Any thoughts?

 

[Wyandottes7]

Artemis is a cockerel.

 

[Chicken Girl1]

Artemis is a cockerel.

Agreed

 

[BantamLover21]

Artemis is a cockerel.

x2

 

[Audderpops]

Dang. That one is a favorite. Kids will be bummed! Thank you for your responses!