There is nothing more refreshing than eating a ripe banana. And if you have ducks, you might wonder, “Can ducks eat bananas as treats?” They are healthy for us, and wouldn’t it be great to feed some to our feathered friends? There is nothing better than sharing good foods with them and seeing their happy …
So you think having ducks is in your future? Maybe you want to know how to take care of baby ducklings before getting started. Well, if you are looking to get all your ducks in a row, you’ve come to the right place. Today we are going to talk about all things duckling-related. How to …
Collecting backyard fowl can be so addicting. You might have started with chickens, but other feathered friends have caught your eye. But before you run off and grab yourself some adorable ducklings. You should ask yourself one crucial question. What do baby ducks eat? At such a delicate age, you don’t want to get this …
We are firm believers in keeping chickens as cheaply as possible. That means DIY projects and finding everything as cheaply as possible. And one of the first obstacles you might run into is where to keep your baby chicks. A brooder can get expensive quickly if you aren’t careful, which is such a shame because …
Keeping Guinea fowl can become as addicting as any pet. They are fun creatures to watch. Not to mention they give you great-tasting eggs and pest control. So it’s only a matter of time before you try to add new Guineas to your flock. But you don’t want to do this in just any way. …
Mixed flocks are a beautiful sight in any yard. And most owners wonder if their different species of bird could make exciting crosses. Wouldn’t that be a sight to see a chicken crossed with a Guinea fowl? What would you even call them? A Guin-hen, chicken Guinea? No matter what you call them, can Guinea …
Have you ever had duck eggs? They are larger than a chicken’s and have a delightful flavor that most prefer over chicken eggs. And once you have a duck egg, you will want a small flock of your own. So how do you get started with this task? Let’s learn how to raise ducks in …
Chickens are a joy to have in any backyard. But you might wonder about any other fowl you can keep with them. If you love chickens, the next bird you need is ducks. But can ducks live in the same coop with chickens? Keep reading to find out the answers to all your questions. Can …
Chickens are great to have. But there are other fowl that can do just as much, if not more-for example, the quail. These small birds are sometimes easier and cheaper than a traditional chicken flock. But they do have different needs than chickens. Today we are going to talk about how to raise quail in …
Guinea fowl are becoming increasingly popular with chicken owners. They provide an excellent alarm system for your flock. And they do so much to clean up the yard of pests. Some might even raise Guinea fowl for their delicious meat. But you might wonder what their eggs are like. Stay tuned to find out what …