Raising Guineafowl at Home

By some conservative estimates, there are over three million guinea fowl being raised commercially and domestically in the United States alone. This puts the guinea fowl hobby at a significantly smaller population than that of chickens, ducks, geese and even other gamebirds such as quail. However, raising guineafowl is an incredibly fascinating hobby. Guineas are unique and absolutely interesting. Some individuals use them as pseudo-watchdogs due to their protective, territorial nature and loud bird call. They are definitely an interesting addition to any backyard poultry flock. Do you raise guineas? Why do you raise them, and if you don't - tell us why you don't raise guineas!