Poultry 101

Defending Canadian Geese Babies
December 4, 2025 · · Geese

Learn about the ultimate defenders of Canadian geese babies and of the nest.

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Conserving Fancy Pigeons
December 4, 2025 · · Poultry 101

Discover how they conserve fancy pigeons and learn about their breeding program at Waddesdon Manor.

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When Were Turkeys Domesticated?
August 15, 2025 · · Turkeys

When were turkeys domesticated? Native Americans domesticated turkeys much earlier than thought.

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Raising Show Pigeons
August 15, 2025 · · Poultry 101

Raising show pigeons requires more specialized care than the casual or working flock.

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Hybrid Vs. Heritage Turkey Breeds
August 5, 2025 · · Turkeys

Wild turkeys are native only to the Americas, and from them come all the domestic breeds we associate with holiday din­ners.

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Chicken Crop Impaction
August 5, 2025 · · Poultry 101

Chicken crop impaction is a common occurrence in backyard flocks for various reasons. Learn to watch for the symptoms and how to treat an impacted crop.

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Duck Coop Design Tips
August 1, 2025 · · Ducks

Here are a few duck coop design elements to keep in mind to make it useful and safe for bird and human alike.

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Heavy Duck Breeds
August 1, 2025 · · Ducks

Heavy duck breeds come in a variety of sizes, from 2-pound Call Ducks to 15-pound Muscovy drakes. These six super meat ducks are hard to beat when producing meat and eggs — and even hatching and raising ducklings.

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Bantam Silkie Ducks
May 31, 2025 · · Ducks

Introducing some cute little bantam silkie ducks with unusual feathering.

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Loveable Enthusiasm of Four Young Ducklings
May 17, 2025 · · Ducks

I’ve worked hard to raise strong, healthy youngsters. Like a proud parent, I’m excited to see our little ones grow and take their place in the poultry yard.

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