Guinea Guard Bird, French Pearl Guinea (min order 20)
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- FrenchPearlGuinea-G
Description
Minimum Pre-Order Quantity: 20 Guinea chicks (mix & match any Guinea Fowl breeds)
For orders less than the species' minimums, please stop by our Loretto, Elk River, Stillwater, Forest Lake or Maple Plain stores (see all locations HERE). Stores will have live chicks in store starting in March. In store chick breeds will rotate throughout the season.
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Details
The French Pearl Guinea is the most common variety of Guinea sold. They sport dark grey or black plumage with specks of white. These beautiful birds make the best watch dogs for your farm or yard. Despite their calm demeanor, these birds will raise a racket if anything foreign even thinks about entering your yard. These beautiful, lively, and alert birds are great allies to have if you don't have a dog to protect your flock or garden. Considered one of the best domestic foragers, they will get rid of any tick or grub in your yard.
Purpose: Foraging, Protection
Production: 135 Small Speckled Eggs/Year
Temperament: Flighty, Active, Alert
Mature Weight: 3-4 lbs.
Hardiness: Cold and Heat Hardy
Broodiness: Rarely
More Information
| Mature Weight Male | 3-4 lbs |
|---|---|
| Mature Weight Female | 3-4 lbs |
| Breed Type | Guineas |
| Egg Color(s) | Brown |
| Eggs Per Year (Approx.) | 100-150 |
| Egg Size | Small |