The Chickens

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When we built Unity Farm in 2012, we started with a dozen hens. Now we have 100 Hens and 25 Roosters. The ideal ratio is about 5 hens to one rooster but many local towns do not allow roosters, so Easter chicks often result in Sanctuary rescues.

The Guinea Fowl

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70 Guinea Fowl from West Africa roam the Sanctuary eating all the ticks. Although John had Lyme disease 3 times in the past, he's not had a single infection since the Guineas have been on duty.

The Ducks

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Our 14 ducks are a mixture of Runners, Pekins, Swedish blues, Rouens, and Cayuga. The waterfowl all live together and spend their days swimming in our streams and ponds.

The Turkeys

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We have 5 Royal Palm turkeys. Palmer the Royal Palm Turkey is definitely the farm mascot. He enjoys people more than other turkeys.

The Geese

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Our 9 geese are 2 American Buffs, 5 Tufted Toulouse, and 2 Chinese. Geese are the watch dogs of the farm and honk loudly whenever there is trouble.