Young Australorp roosters
Australorp Roosters Males and females are mainly identified by their body and feather shapes. An Australorp rooster will hold his head up higher than the tallest point of his tail. They also have taller combs which are a more vibrant color. Although both Australorp roosters and hens have black feathers, the males have long, narrow feathers with pointed tips over their necks, shoulders and rumps.