Magpie duck standing on shore of larke
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Magpie Ducks – The James Bond of Ducks

Magpie ducks are dapper and delightful birds with tuxedos to match. They’re the James Bond of the duck world, charming and sophisticated with a flair for intrigue. These birds have a friendly personalities and make great companions, but don’t let their good looks fool you – they’re also top-notch egg layers. So whether you’re looking…

Up close of white chicken, looks concerned

Chicken Parasites – An Informative Guide to Uninvited Guests

When it comes to owning chickens, there’s a lot to love – the clucking of happy hens, the excitement of collecting freshly laid eggs, and the satisfaction of watching your flock work hard around your yard. However, amidst the joys of poultry keeping, there’s one aspect that can be quite unwelcome – chicken parasites. These…

Chicken on a perch

Chicken Perches – All About Roosting Rituals

Chickens are special pets with quirky rituals, one of which is roosting on chicken perches. It’s not just a meaningless habit – it’s purposeful and necessary. Intriguing, I know. Come along and learn all the fun details about chicken perches, why chickens roost, the best way to set up roosting bars, and more! What Are…

Naked Neck Chicken Turken on green grass
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Naked Neck Chicken – You’ll Love This Ugly Little Turken

Is it a turkey? Is it a chicken? Is it a cross between the two? It’s so ugly it’s cute – the Naked Neck Chicken, otherwise known as a Turken – is quite a bird. Want to learn more? You are in the right place at the right time. Let’s do this! This specialty bird…

Up close of hands holding 4 black chicken eggs
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Black Chicken Eggs AND the Fountain of Youth

We’ve all heard all the hype about fake news. What about fake eggs? There’s no end to false information being passed around, but do black chicken eggs fall into this category? You might just be surprised by the answer. Grab your basket and go on an egg hunt with me…starting…NOW. Black Chicken Eggs – Fact…