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purplefloyd · 1 year

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guineafowl are the best. perfect round friends. they look like they are so soft and would be nice to hold

#art #artist #illustration #cartoon #doodle #sketch #colored pencil #artists on tumblr #artwork #traditional art #sketchbook #multicolor #drawing #guineafowl #guinea hen #guineahen #bird art #cartoon style

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autisticarmadillo · 2 months

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The Truth About Roosters

Content warning for animal (chicken) violence and injury mentions (but don't worry, everyone's fine now)

It's a common misconception that you can't have 2 (or maybe just too many? I'm not sure of the specifics of this rumor) roosters in the same flock of chickens.

That might be sort of true for roosters who are introduced to each other later in life. After all, in all species, there's a hierachy (I don't know how to spell that) that needs to be enforced and sometimes reworked whenever a new creature is introduced.

I have 18 chickens. Of those 18, I have...(please hold while I count -- Copper, Vegas, Biter, Rebel, Cinna, Scip, Dancer, Vulture) 8 roosters. Copper and Vegas were two of my original 5 chickens (the other three, hens, are sadly gone from this world). They grew up together as brothers. So over the two years over their lives, there has been plenty of bickering, of course, but there was never any true violence. The one time Vegas did start to get overly aggressive towards Copper, he was removed from the chicken flock and put in with our two guineahens. When we moved him, we did briefly consider keeping this arrangement permanent, but that quickly proved both impossible and unnecessary. While our intention was to simply separate Vegas from the other chickens (while still keeping him nearby, the chickens and the guineas live next to each other), the guineas took it upon themselves to put Vegas in his place. After 1 afternoon with the guineas, Vegas was returned to the chicken coop with a much better attitude. He's still king of the flock and nips all the other roosters into place sometimes, but he's never been violent or overly aggressive ever again.

Cinna, Rebel and Scip were all hatched from the same nest of 9 eggs. Also growing up together, we don't have issues with their behavior towards each other. Dancer and Biter hatched from a smaller nest of 5 a few months later, and again, we don't have behavior or aggression issues.

There has only ever been 1 other instance of violence in the flock (well, technically 2, but it was the same rooster responsible, so I count it as 1). Vulture had attacked Rebel first, but we didn't know it right away. All we was was an injured Rebel (he's okay, don't worry). And it was only Rebel. Rebel gets his name because he's then one that'll wander off by himself and too far for comfort and safety, so we thought he simply got into something or got attacked by a weasel or mink. It was only a few weeks later that my mom caught Vulture attacking Biter and we realized that had to be what happened to Rebel too. So Biter was checked for injuries (he had none) and Vulture was isolated from the flock. After 3 days in solitary on the back porch, he was returned to the flock. This was months ago now and we haven't had any issues since.

So the short version of all that is: Roosters, like all creatures, will fight for dominance and order. It's the natural way of things. But raise them together and/or teach them right, and, like all creatures, the violence can be discouraged and corrected.

Okay, making this post made me realize...I have 8 roosters, which means I have 10 hens, BUT SOMEHOW I GOT 11 EGGS IN ONE DAY?! Now I'm suspicious one of my roosters is actually a hen and I'm just a dunce....

#storytime #about chickens #farm life #chickens

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maplelanepottery · 3 years

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Hot kiln! I am trying to patiently wait until it is cool enough to unload! As you can see I try to fill in every little nook! #kiln #studiotime #pottery #potterykiln #maplelanepottery #blackbears #chickensofinstagram #skunks #guineahens #happy #fun #whimsical #loveclay #❤️💙💜💚 (at Maple Lane Pottery) https://www.instagram.com/p/CLpWEA_pRD7/?igshid=1q24vlgeacorm

#kiln #studiotime #pottery #potterykiln #maplelanepottery #blackbears #chickensofinstagram #skunks #guineahens #happy #fun #whimsical #loveclay #❤️💙💜💚

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onewickedgallery · 3 years

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Soft hearted shit! So I went to the #tractorsupply in #GuilfordCT today to buy #chicken feed. I really enjoyed knowing I wasn’t tempted to buy cute baby chickens or ducks cause I already have too many eggs now. BUT then I watched a employee carry a tiny chick to the back room and come back empty handed. AND my stupid curiosity got the best of me and I asked what gives... ?they take the sick ones to the back and try to nurse them back to health and most don’t make it. So here I am with sick baby chicks trying to bring them back to life. I know one for sure looks to be a goner. Sigh... But if you are a soft hearted fool they will give you the sick ones for free or a dollar. Go rescue a chicken. I have two #guineahens now too. I swear I had no urge to raise baby chickens. Update: The really sick one died an hour or so ago. At least he was held a little and it wasn’t a cold cage I guess. (at Tractor Supply Co.) https://www.instagram.com/p/CMbPWClg3PY/?igshid=ze5byo1sy8dq

#tractorsupply #guilfordct #chicken #guineahens

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gabyglifestyle · 3 years

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They’re growing too quickly. From their first in life sip of water to having grown watching the on my lap, my #scorpionssnakesandbugselliminators were ready to move on. #guineahens #keets #teamforte #frenchguineakeets (at Carmel Valley, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CJJF3OdAstH/?igshid=19m12uxw2hwfj

#scorpionssnakesandbugselliminators #guineahens #keets #teamforte #frenchguineakeets

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mark-armzrace · 5 years

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Birds! I think they are guinea hens. #guineahen #guineahens #guineahensofinstagram https://www.instagram.com/p/B1jQVqeApXRkKhAr1ZHHSaKvENkS_rO-D7F2T80/?igshid=bmgaq93xhz5v

#guineahen #guineahens #guineahensofinstagram

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rockin8farm · 5 years

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Now that, my friends, is a jalapeño! Organically grown right here on Rockin 8 Farm. 🐖🐓🐖🐓🐖🐓🐖🐓🐖🐓🐖🐓🐖 #familybusiness #familyfarm #familybusiness #homemade #farmfresh #rockin8farm #fresh #farm #ruraltexas #handmade #handcrafted #supportlocal #hesonyoutube #chickens #gardening #guineafowl #farmeggs #potbellypig #guineahens #rooster #grapevines #orchard #fruittrees https://www.instagram.com/p/B1SRkSTjafR/?igshid=1a5b4rxtr9ygj

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johnnyprimecc · 6 years

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Finished product from a smoke and roast session in my @charcoalcompanion KitchenCue stovetop smoker. So juicy and flavorful! Photo: @JohnnyPrimeCC www.johnnyprimesteaks.com #roast #chicken #roastchicken #smoker #smokedchicken #poultry #fowl #sogood #eeeeeats #johnnyprime #homecook #homecooked #guineahen #dinner #foodporn (at Johnny Prime's Steak Reviews)

#eeeeeats #homecook #smoker #sogood #roast #fowl #roastchicken #homecooked #foodporn #dinner #chicken #johnnyprime #guineahen #poultry #smokedchicken

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lizpop11 · 3 years

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The girls are back! Well, I assume they're girls. There might a be a boy among them. 😄. #guineahen #neighborhoodguineas (at Signal Mountain, Tennessee) https://www.instagram.com/p/COBevXInYXI/?igshid=1mt6mnuvaddoj

#guineahen #neighborhoodguineas

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thisbirdsabsurd · 6 years

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One of these days I might finalize this guinea hen. I think I’m getting closer! #guineahen #stuffedguineahen #guineahensofinstagram #chickensofinstagram #chickenlover #chickengift #countrylivingmag #yourveryownguineahen #workinprogress

#guineahensofinstagram #chickenlover #workinprogress #chickengift #chickensofinstagram #stuffedguineahen #countrylivingmag #yourveryownguineahen #guineahen

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maplelanepottery · 4 years

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Mugs for CGCF and Etsy! #cat #dog #guineahen #chicken #❤️💜💙💚 #rabbit #lobster #crow #bee #hedgehog #maplelanepottery #mainemakers #maine #virtualcommongroundfair2020 #etsyshop #loveclay #stonewarepottery (at Maple Lane Pottery) https://www.instagram.com/p/CFc8dCopCfp/?igshid=1l8z8qkokug4p

#cat #dog #guineahen #chicken #❤️💜💙💚#rabbit #lobster #crow #bee #hedgehog #maplelanepottery #mainemakers #maine #virtualcommongroundfair2020 #etsyshop #loveclay #stonewarepottery

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patterntalent · 4 years

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We saw mama guinea hen with 13 little chicks at the farm the other day, and it reminded me of my oldie-but-goodie design. I've actually painted a portrait of one of these spotted ladies on another occasion. I think they are super cool! Don't you? #spoonflower #bird #textiledesign #patterntalent_art #guineahen #illustration #watercolor #ornitology #farm #hen #spotted #chicken #fabric #art #design #textiledesign #graphicdesign #newart #newartist #botanical #sophisticated #cool #kitchen #tablecloth #tableware #texture #designer #surfacepatterndesign #busy #patterntalent (at Douglas Orchard & Farm) https://www.instagram.com/p/CEC7aVuHX_V/?igshid=1ssd0nri25pnn

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porktornado · 4 years

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Secret stash #guineafowl #guineahen #eggs #nest #hide (at Rough and Ready, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CAwIp2AB4Hl/?igshid=escil66eqk75

#guineafowl #guineahen #eggs #nest #hide

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upgradeyourshell · 4 years

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🔨🔨🔨🔨 A bunch of squirrelly nesting boxes, coming right up! This batch of not so little babies will be headed out into the wild in just a few short weeks. They grow up so fast! 😩 . . Quite a few lovely people have asked how they can help out at @gardenstatewildlifecenter so I made a (long) list of items we always need for the babies! 🙏 We can always use: •underpads •pedialyte unflavored •wash cloths •towels of any size •pillow cases •baby wipes •Lysol wipes •bleach •laundry detergent pods •garbage bags- kitchen and contractor size •nitrile gloves- all sizes •paper towels •cotton rounds •baby food - fruits + veggies •Cheerios (These go FAST! 😂) •Nuts •Dog Igloos •Wire and chain link fencing •Outdoor dog runs •plywood And if you feel so inclined: gift certificates to •Home Depot •Lowes •Tractor Supply •Walmart •Hungry Puppy (Farmingdale, NJ) •Monmouth Feed (Farmingdale, NJ) And also online stores: •Fox Valley Animal Nutrition •Chris’ Squirrels and More (yes, this is a real place!) •The Squirrel Store •Chewy •Jeffers Pet Supply •Amazon •PayPal You can drop items off with us or at the Center itself! Just DM me for the address. Thank you guys so much! #squirrel #raccoon #opossum #chicken #rooster #guineahen #chipmunk #wildlife #wildliferehab #rescue #rehab #release #donate #monmouthcounty #upgradeyourshell #notyouraveragerealtors (at Howell, New Jersey) https://www.instagram.com/p/CAslL67g6ye/?igshid=26ic4ouvrcy8

#squirrel #raccoon #opossum #chicken #rooster #guineahen #chipmunk #wildlife #wildliferehab #rescue #rehab #release #donate #monmouthcounty #upgradeyourshell #notyouraveragerealtors

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rockin8farm · 5 years

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Hey y’all. I was able to get some content up. For those of you who have been wanting to see more of the farm this is your video. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=MEnlp7TUqd0 🐖🐓🐖🐓🐖🐓🐖🐓🐖🐓🐖🐓🐖 #familybusiness #familyfarm #familybusiness #homemade #farmfresh #rockin8farm #fresh #farm #ruraltexas #handmade #handcrafted #supportlocal #hesonyoutube #chickens #gardening #guineafowl #farmeggs #potbellypig #guineahens #rooster #grapevines #orchard #fruittrees https://www.instagram.com/p/B1OWKy9jhGf/?igshid=12ygsue6wkk0w

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teaforplants · 5 years

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Water logged? Little mud happening? Yes and loving every minute of it! Just means we are getting closer to the March Equinox and warmer soil temperatures! #wncmountains #blueridgemountains #828isgreat #spring#daffodils #guineahen #beehive #rainydays #gardeningmakesmehappy #backyardgardening #workwithwhatyougot #sunnydayscoming https://www.instagram.com/p/BuJudXihVaE/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1m745uapgabw0

#wncmountains #blueridgemountains #828isgreat #spring #daffodils #guineahen #beehive #rainydays #gardeningmakesmehappy #backyardgardening #workwithwhatyougot #sunnydayscoming

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