Domestic Birds
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Pigeons have a natural ability to return to their birth place. Homing pigeons have been specially bred to enhance this ability for use as messengers. more...
Roosters and Hens – All About Domestic Chickens
Chickens are the world's most common domestic bird, outnumbering humans four to one, but how much do most people really know about them? more...
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By: Kristy Renner
The guinea can be raised as a means of insect control or as a food source. Farmers can also benefit from the birds' talent for defending territory from other pests. more...
What to Feed Chickens for Egg Laying
By: Allene Reynolds
What you feed your chickens will determine the quality and quantity of fresh eggs provided by your flock. more...
Basics of Fresh Egg Management
By: Allene Reynolds
If you are collecting eggs from your own chickens you should familiarize yourself with the management and care of fresh eggs as well as how to determine their quality. more...
By: Healey Lockett
Raising chickens in the city is easy, fun and potentially profitable. Take a look at these ideas for best chicken breeds, chicken hatcheries and chicken coops. more...
By: Jocelyn Wyatt
An easy to follow care guide geared towards the potential Muscovy duck owner and possible homesteader. more...
How to Setup a Backyard Chicken Coop
By: Nilou Shahvarani
Setting up a chicken coop in an urban setting may seem like a daunting task, but some easy measures can bring the barnyard to the backyard in no time. more...
By: Anthony Robson
With more people keeping chickens at home there are many stories about the problems with doing this. But these 'facts' are often 'myths', as you will find below. more...
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