Growth Stages

Day 1–7

• Chicks rely on warmth and starter feed.
• Frequent eating and drinking are essential.

Week 2–4

• Wing feathers begin developing.
• Chicks become more active and curious.

Week 5–8

• Juvenile feathers replace down.
• Birds grow rapidly and require more space.

3–6 Months

• Males and females become easier to distinguish.
• Birds continue developing their distinctive glossy black plumage.

6–8 Months

• Many birds reach sexual maturity.
• Hens may begin laying eggs.
• Roosters develop breeding characteristics.