Roosters can be aggressive, not just towards us and predators - but towards the hens in their flock and new baby chicks, too. Not all roosters will be aggressive or hurt baby chicks, but I do hear ...
Do Roosters Sit on Eggs? (Not to Incubate Them!)
Have you caught your rooster sitting on eggs like he’s trying to incubate and hatch them? It’s known to happen, and I’ve certainly seen it myself a few times. I have to say that roosters ...
The Bird That Looks Like a Chicken (It's Guinea Fowl)
If you’ve seen a bird that looks like a chicken and want to know what it’s called, I think I can help. It’s not an easy question to answer without seeing the bird that you saw. There are a few ...
Chickens Losing Feathers on Neck? (5 Common Causes)
If you notice your chickens are losing feathers on or around their necks, there could be a number of reasons; Molting, mating, bullying, poor nutrition, and parasites are five of the most common ...
Do Chickens Like Water Baths? (Dust Baths Only!)
Chickens do not like water baths, no. Chickens clean themselves by taking a dust bath - that’s right, they roll around in the dirt to get clean not by using water. It can actually be very dangerous ...
How Many Eggs Does a Chicken Lay in a Month? (Answered)
The number of eggs a chicken will lay in a month depends on the breed of chicken, as well as the environmental conditions a hen is living in. To give you a general idea, the most prolific ...
Where Do White Eggs Come From? (Surprising Truth)
White eggs come from chickens, just as brown eggs do! There is a general misconception that white eggs are different from brown eggs in some way. I’ve heard people say that white eggs are ...
Do Brown Eggs Taste Different Than White Eggs? (Nope!)
In this article, I’m looking at one of the most commonly asked questions, “do brown eggs taste different than white eggs?” The answer to this question is, no. Scientifically, we know that brown ...
Are White Eggs Bleached? (Chickens That Lay White Eggs!)
Contrary to what you may have heard or believe, white eggs are not bleached, no. Certain breeds of chickens lay white eggs naturally. Just as other breeds lay brown eggs, olive-colored eggs, and ...
Wild Peacocks in Washington State - Welcome or a Nuisance?
There are loads of wild peacocks in Washington State, you can find them in just about every major city. I’ve seen accounts of peacocks being spotted in Seattle, Spokane, Tacoma, Vancouver, and ...
Wild Peacocks in Michigan - Laws & Regulations
Peacocks are not native to Michigan, but there are wild peacocks in Michigan living in both residential and rural areas. For some residents who share a neighborhood with peafowl, it’s a quirk and ...
Wild Peacocks in California - Why There Are So Many!
There are wild peacocks in California, but how did these birds that are not native to the US become wild in the state of California? It’s thought the first peacocks to become wild in California ...
Wild Peacocks in Florida (Where and Why Explained)
If you live in Florida or have visited, you will no doubt have noticed that there are wild peacocks roaming Florida. Peacocks are male peafowl, and the females are called peahens. Just to be clear, ...
Wild Peacocks in Ontario - Where and Why There Are So Many!
It comes as a surprise to many, but there are plenty of wild peacocks in Ontario, Canada. Ontario is one of the thirteen provinces and territories of Canada and is the most populous province with ...
Wild Peacocks in Georgia (Where, Why, Solutions Explained)
Like a lot of states across America, there are wild peacocks in Georgia. Peafowl have taken up residency in most of the large metro cities, too. Not just the more rural areas - much to the ...
Wild Peacocks in Texas - Why There Are So Many!
Peacocks are not native to Texas, but there are a large number of wild peafowl (males are called peacocks and females are called peahens) roaming across the state of Texas. Peacocks are seen as ...
Hatching Peacock Eggs Under a Chicken (How It’s Done)
Are you thinking about hatching peacock eggs under a chicken? Maybe you’ve gone into your run, aviary, whatever type of enclosure you have for your birds and found a hen sitting on a peafowl ...
Peacock Egg Hatching Time (Incubation Period Explained)
Peafowl are interesting and rewarding birds to raise. The males, which are called peacocks, are the ones that put on the magnificent, colorful tail displays. While female peafowl, which are called ...
Can You Eat Peahen Eggs? (Yes, They’re Delicious!)
Peafowl are interesting birds. It’s the males or peacocks as they’re called that are the most popular, as they’re the ones that shake out those impressive feather displays. Female peafowl, which ...
Lavender Orpington Rooster vs Hen - Differences Explained
Need some help telling a Lavender Orpington Rooster vs Hen apart? Created in England in the 1880s, the Orpington is a beautiful breed of chicken - and the lavender Orpington is (in my opinion) ...
Ameraucana Rooster vs Hen - Differences Explained
The Ameraucana is a cute and unique-looking breed of chicken. It’s often highly sought after due to being easy to raise, having a friendly temperament, and of course, laying blue eggs! Whether ...
How Long Does It Take to Grow a Broiler Chicken? (Explained)
Most of the chicken meat you see on the supermarket shelves comes from what are known as Broiler chickens. Broiler chickens are any chickens that have been raised specifically for the purpose of ...
Chicken Wattles Turning White?! (Causes and Solutions)
Is one or more of your chickens’ wattles turning white? We all know that chickens have red wattles; which are those dangly, fleshy flaps of skin that hang down below their beaks on either side of ...
Do Chickens Sleep With Their Eyes Open? (Just One Eye!)
Have you ever seen a chicken sleeping? If not, or at least if you don’t think you have, you’re not alone. Unless you’re raising backyard chickens and you visit them in their coop at night, it’s ...
Where Do Chickens Sleep in the Wild? (Answered)
Wondering, where do chickens sleep in the wild? This answer to this question depends on the terrain and environment the wild chickens are living in, and also depends on whether or not a hen is ...
Why Flexible Leg Bands for Chickens Are Awesome!
Leg bands are an excellent way to add a unique tag to each of your chickens and make it easier to remember and track everything about that chicken. These little bands that go round the leg of a ...
Silver Laced Wyandotte Rooster vs Hen: Differences Explained
Do you have some Silver Laced Wyandotte chicks and are excited to know whether or not they’re going to grow up to be hens (females) or roosters (males)? Hens and roosters are very different, and ...
All About Langshan Chicken Eggs (They're Not Purple!)
If you’re looking for Langshan chicken eggs, whether it’s hatching eggs to hatch your own Langshan chicks or to eat, you’re not alone. Langshan chickens are a rare and endangered breed. Therefore, ...
List of Egg Farms in Tennessee – Find Eggs For Sale Near You!
Looking for a list of egg farms in Tennessee? Tennessee is a great state to sell eggs, whether that’s selling eggs from your backyard flock or starting a large-scale egg farming operation. If ...
Egg Farms in Wyoming
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Egg Farms in Alaska
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List of Egg Farms in Wisconsin – Egg Suppliers and Farmers Near You
Looking for a list of egg farms in Wisconsin? There is no shortage of small farms and large egg farming businesses in the state of Wisconsin. If you’re looking for a supplier, distributor, or ...
List of Egg Farms in West Virginia – Egg Suppliers and Farmers Near You
Looking for a list of egg farms in West Virginia? There are loads of great egg farms in West Virginia. From small backyard flocks and homesteads to large-scale egg farms, you’re spoiled for ...
List of Egg Farms in Washington – Find Eggs For Sale Near You!
Looking for a list of egg farms in Washington? There are a number of small and large egg farms and sellers in the state of Washington providing the state and surrounding areas with fresh, delicious ...
List of Egg Farms in Virginia – Find Eggs For Sale Near You!
Looking for a list of egg farms in Virginia? If you’re interested in becoming an egg farmer, Virginia is a great state to start an egg farm or sell eggs from your backyard flock or homestead. If ...
List of Egg Farms in Vermont – Egg Suppliers and Farmers Near You
Looking for a list of egg farms in Vermont? Egg production is booming in Vermont. There is a great farmer’s market scene, loads of family-run farms producing high-quality eggs, and large egg ...
List of Egg Farms in Utah – Find Eggs For Sale Near You!
Looking for a list of egg farms in Utah? As long as you’re aware of the rules and regulations in regards to producing, handling, and selling eggs, it’s a great business model in Utah. From ...
List of Egg Farms in South Dakota – Find Suppliers and Egg Farmers Near You
Looking for a list of egg farms in South Dakota? There are a large number of egg farms and smaller family-run farms producing, selling, and distributing eggs in South Dakota. Here is a list of ...
List of Egg Farms in South Carolina – Find Eggs For Sale Near You!
Looking for a list of egg farms in South Carolina? There are a good number of large-scale egg farming operations and smaller, family-run farms selling excellent quality eggs. Here is a list of ...
List of Egg Farms in Rhode Island – Find Eggs For Sale Near You!
Looking for egg farms in Rhode Island? Rhode Island has a bustling farmer’s market scene and there is no shortage of small family-run farms selling delicious, fresh eggs laid by free-range ...