How much do guinea keets sell for?
Guinea fowl chicks (better known as keets) are widely available at farms and hatcheries across the country. Generally, they will cost about $4 – $8 for the common colors like pearl, royal purple, and white guineas.
Does Rural King sell guinea fowl?
Your local post office will call you on the number listed on your order once the chicks have arrived and are available for pick up! Guineas are beautiful birds that also make the best watch dogs for your farm or yard. These comical, territorial birds weigh around 3.3 – 5 lbs. at maturity.
How much land do you need for guinea fowl?
They need a lot of space. Where urban farmers could potentially set up a coop in a mid-sized backyard, Guineas need one or two acres minimum—preferably more. That’s because, unlike chickens, Guineas are hardwired to run with a large crowd.
What color will my guinea keets be?
Guinea fowl colours are mostly just shades of blue , brown and white or combinations thereof. They do not always breed true and there are no distinct feather patterns as you would get in chickens. They are either plain or spotted. Above – Multicoloured keets in a brooder.
How much do guinea eggs sell for?
Hatching eggs for guinea fowl are between $1 and $3 and roughly the same in GB pounds £. Keets cost between $3 and $6 or around £2.50 to £5.
Is guinea fowl expensive?
It is not expensive, nor is it difficult to prepare, but due to the low fat content you have to be very exact about not taking the degree of doneness too far. Guineafowl is sometimes called “original fowl” or “guinea hen”.
How old are the pullets at Tractor Supply?
For those wanting vaccinated birds, we have started pullets (4-, 8-, or 12-weeks old) available online that are vaccinated. In Walpole? Tractor Supply Co.
What is a pearl Guinea?
The Pearl Guinea is the most common variety of guinea fowl today. Originating in Africa, guinea fowl is often seen in nature shows posing as a look-out around water holes. Today guinea fowl are popular with farmers and homesteaders for pest control and their loud calls.