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Vulturine Guineafowls

 
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I have always had a soft spot for guineas.  And if I were able to have some these might be the ones I would get, if they were available here.  These are absolutely the prettiest birds I have ever seen:


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They are gorgeous! I bet they'd not only be good bug managers, but there'd likely be a market for the feathers for crafts (harvested responsibly of course!)
 
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Oh my GOSH, I agree. I hear they don't even sound as obnoxious 🤣
If I remember correctly, there's a breeder called Spectrum somethingorother who has them occasionally. I definitely am interested.
 
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Currently sold out but https://www.mcmurrayhatchery.com/vulturine-guinea-fowl.html
 
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Love them
 
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Glorious birds, but I can't get past those red "half-wigs"  make me smile every time
 
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