Raising Backyard Poultry

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Free ranging bantam roosters

Chickens

  • Chickens are now permitted to live in many urban areas, require little room and are fun to raise. 
  •  In some areas, hens and chicks are allowed, but not roosters. You may also be required to have a permanent, fixed house (coop) for them. Be sure check with your neighborhood association and look into local laws to determine what's permissible in your area. 
  • More details are available in the website's chicken area. 
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Guinea fowl

Guinea fowl

  • Often round free ranging on farms these beautiful birds are used to control pests and warn of danger. 
  • Guineas have even been known to kill snakes and rats, helping keep these predators at bay and minimizing consumption of your free ranging chicken's eggs. 
  • Smaller and quieter than peacocks, guineas make an attractive choice. Learn more in the guinea section. 
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