White Guinea

White Guineas are solid white and are a mutation of Pearl Guineas. Their skin is white, and the color of their meat is similar to chicken white meat. Baby Guineas, which are known as keets, are very active and easy to raise. After about 4 weeks of age, they require very little attention and will take care of themselves by hustling for their food. Some of the benefits of having a farm flock of guineas are as follows: very fine “watch dogs”, keep snakes away from the farm and consume grasshoppers, ticks (including those which carry Lyme Disease) and other insects.

Key Features of White Guinea Fowl

• Appearance: White Guinea Fowl are known for their pristine white plumage, offering a clean and elegant appearance compared to their spotted counterparts.

• Size: Mature adults typically weigh between 3 to 4 pounds (1.4 to 1.8 kilograms), making them suitable for small to medium-sized farms and homesteads.

• Vigilant Nature: They are known for their alertness and are excellent watchdogs, raising alarms when they sense potential threats.

• Pest Control: White Guinea Fowl are voracious foragers that eagerly consume insects, ticks, snails, and other unwanted pests, reducing the need for chemical pest control methods.

• Egg Production: They are prolific layers, producing small, dark-colored eggs with fine flavor.

Purchasing Options

White Guinea Fowl keets are available for purchase from reputable hatcheries:

• Cackle Hatchery®: Offers White African Guinea keets with prices starting at $5.93.

• Chickens For Backyards: Provides White African Guinea keets with prices starting at $8.39.

• Bird Guinea Fowl: Lists White African Guinea fowl at $9 per bird, with a minimum order of 35 birds.

White Guinea Fowl are a charming and practical addition to any homestead, offering benefits ranging from egg production to natural pest control. Let me know if you need assistance comparing prices or selecting the best option for your needs.