Pekin duck up close looking bright eyed and happy
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Pekin Duck – The Most Popular Duck of All

There’s probably not a person around who doesn’t know who Donald Duck or the AFLAC Duck is. Did modern television make the Pekin duck popular, or did the breed make these well-known characters popular? We may never know. I suppose it’s a bit like the chicken and the egg – and the age-old question of…

Turkey proudly standing with blurred background of wooded area

Can You Eat Turkey Eggs? (and live to tell the story)

Have you ever thought of whipping up a batch of turkey eggs or making turkey egg omelets? I’d venture to say most people haven’t thought about this, but why? Let’s find out all about turkey eggs, whether you can eat them or not, and more! Can We Eat Turkey Eggs? Believe it or not, you…

Swedish Flower Hen upclose head shot
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Swedish Flower Hen — Ornamental, Yet Practical

Not all chicken breeds are named so clearly as the Swedish Flower Hen. It doesn’t take much imagination to figure out that this hen comes from Sweden and has plumage with the appearance of a beautiful flower. But that’s not all there is to know about this lovely breed. Keep reading to learn about this…

ISA Brown chicken standing in front of a red brick background
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ISA Brown – Weird Name, Mysterious History, Wonderful Chicken

What in the world are ISA Brown chickens? They may have a weird name and a mysterious history — but I assure you, they are WONDERFUL chickens. If you want an incredibly friendly, even cuddly, chicken that provides you with PLENTY of eggs all year long then ISA Brown’s are what you want. Keep reading…

Girl holding two parakeets that appear to be kissing

Parakeets – Ultimate Guide For The Smallest Parrots

Did you know that parakeets, also known as budgies, are the smallest of the parrot family? And yes, that includes the ability to talk! Cheerful, chirpy, cute, and all-around a pretty good beginner pet. No wonder they are one of the most popular pet birds. Plus they are quite affordable. If you are looking for…