Fresh water aquariums are stocked with many different fishes, but few grab your attention like the Electric Yellow Cichlid. This brightly colored cichlid would liven up any fresh water tank community. But before purchasing it, consider its feeding requirements, compatibility with other fish, and tank requirements. Classification, Distribution, and Description The Electric Yellow Cichlid is ...
Of all the baby animals I’ve raised, chicks are probably the easiest. They don’t require 2am walks or complicated diets. On a small scale or large, they have just a few basic needs, and once those needs are met they most often stay happy, healthy, and grow like weeds. Briefly, chicks need food, water, warmth, ...
The reasons for raising geese are many. The reasons for NOT raising geese add up too! There are many advantages to geese but equally many things people are not prepared for when ordering the goslings or seeing those cute little peeping things at the feed store. There are things the staff doesn’t tell you! The ...
Many people think to have a farm and provide food for their home they must have a 30 or 40 acre place. With three good agriculture zoned acres you can do more than you think! With planning and opportunity you can do an incredible amount on three acres! A large barn is key – with ...
Many commercial chicken breeds have been bred for lack of broodiness for decades and have no more desire to sit on a pile of eggs that you or I do. With some of the heritage breeds or the mixed breed layers that are common on family farms or in backyard chicken flocks, however, the level ...
When choosing to start a flock of chickens for the backyard, you have several options. One option is to purchase hens already at laying age from a local farm. This can be a simple start to owning chickens, however the downsides are numerous. Adult chickens have unknown exposure to diseases, which can rapidly spread through ...
Whether you are a teacher looking for an enthralling science experiment for your classroom, or a parent wishing to show your children the magic of life, or just a hobbyist who wants to have some fun, hatching chickens from chicken eggs is a great experience. It is also relatively easy, thanks to an influx of ...
Backyard chickens are rising in popularity around the United States, but what about backyard ducks? There are several reasons to consider adding a few ducks to your backyard flock. Not only are they adorable and fun to watch, they also happen to lay large eggs regularly. Duck eggs said to be wonderful for baking, resulting ...
Hatching eggs in an incubator successfully takes a little knowledge and preparation. Eggs need the proper amount of heat, humidity, turning, and a little luck. Before you even get your hatching eggs you need an incubator. A small incubator can be bought at local feed stores, hardware stores, or even online. They can hatch anywhere ...
