It took a few years for the rooster to have a cock (detailed introduction)

Roosters usually begin to show signs of sexual maturity around 5-6 months of age, such as beginning to crow, flap their wings, and pursue hens. This behavior is often seen as a sign that it is beginning to produce sperm (chicken essence). However, not all behavioral signals mean successful reproduction.

It takes a certain amount of time from the time sperm is produced to actually successfully producing offspring. Physiological sexual maturity is a gradual process, and it usually takes a certain amount of time for a rooster to have sufficient reproductive capacity after sexual maturity. In some breeding environments, roosters usually do not become sufficiently fertile until they are 8 months to 1 year old.

After all, different types of chickens have different development speeds and sexual maturity times. In addition to individual breed differences, factors such as environment and feeding management will also affect their development.

Therefore, generally speaking, after a rooster reaches sexual maturity at 5-6 months of age, it will take about 8 months to 1 year to have sufficient fertility.

Roosters usually begin to grow tapered hooks, known as tarsal spurs, on the inside of their ankles when they are about one year old. These hooks are secondary sexual characteristics of roosters. Different breeds of roosters may have different sizes and shapes of these hooks, and some breeds of roosters may not develop these hooks.

These tarsal hooks are often sharp, sometimes reaching 1 cm or longer. They are thought to be used partly as weapons in competition between roosters for territory and mates. These hooks may be useful in territorial fights and fights between roosters, and to some extent may also be used to keep roosters at a distance from other animals, including people.

Be aware that these hooks can be sharp, please use caution when handling roosters, especially if you need to inspect or handle the rooster.

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