Our Animals
Who's At The Farm?
Horses
Mixed Breeds
Fun fact: Did you know that horses can sleep both lying down and standing up? They have a "stay apparatus" in their legs that allows them to lock their knees and remain standing even while they're asleep.
Cows
Highland Cattle
Fun fact: Highland Cattle are known for their long horns, which can span up to 6 feet from tip to tip!
Peacocks
Indian Peafowl
Fun fact: Indian Peafowl are commonly referred to as peacocks, but that term actually only refers to male peafowl. Female peafowl are called peahens, and together they are known as peafowl.
Goats
Mixed Breeds
Fun fact: Goats are known for their agility and climbing ability. They're able to climb trees, steep hills, and other surfaces that many other animals can't navigate. Some goats have even been known to climb up to the roofs of buildings!
Iguana
Green Iguana
Fun fact: Green iguanas have a third eye on the top of their heads called a parietal eye. This eye doesn't have a lens and can't form images like a regular eye, but it's sensitive to light and helps the iguana detect changes in its environment.
Pigs
Guinea Hog
Fun fact: Pigs are social animals and form close bonds with other pigs in their group. They communicate with each other using a variety of sounds, including grunts, squeals, and oinks. In fact, researchers have found that pigs can recognize the sound of their own name and will respond when called!
Chickens
Mixed Breeds
Fun fact: Chickens are descended from dinosaurs! Scientists believe that modern-day chickens are the closest living relatives of the Tyrannosaurus Rex. In fact, some chickens even have small, vestigial claws on their wings, which are thought to be remnants of their dinosaur ancestors.
Donkeys
North American Donkey
Fun fact: Donkeys are known for their incredible memory and can remember things for up to 25 years! They are also very intelligent and have been used throughout history for a variety of tasks, such as transportation, farming, and even as a source of milk. Donkeys have a unique braying sound that can be heard from up to three kilometers away!
Bunnies
Lop Rabbit
Fun fact: Bunnies have 28 teeth, and their teeth never stop growing! This is because their teeth are constantly being worn down by the tough vegetation that they eat. In fact, a rabbit's teeth can grow up to 5 inches per year! To prevent their teeth from getting too long, rabbits need to chew on things constantly, which is why they are often seen gnawing on sticks, toys, and other objects.
Alpacas
Common Alpaca
Fun fact: Alpacas are very agile and can run at speeds of up to 35 miles per hour! They are also excellent swimmers and can cross rivers and streams with ease. Alpacas have a unique gait that allows them to move quickly and efficiently across rough terrain, making them well-suited to life in the mountains and highlands.
Quail
Japanese Quail
Fun fact: Quails are small, ground-dwelling birds that are known for their distinctive call. Male quails have a unique mating call that sounds like "Chi-ca-go!", which is why they are sometimes called "Chicago birds". This call can be heard from a distance of up to 300 meters and is used to attract females during the breeding season.
Sheep
Gulf Coast Native Sheep
Fun fact: Sheep are social animals and are known for their strong flocking instinct. They have a strong need to be around other sheep and will often become stressed or anxious if they are separated from the flock. This instinct helps to protect them from predators and allows them to find food and water more easily.
Guinea Hens
Helmeted Guinea Fowl
Fun fact: Guinea hens are excellent foragers and will eat a wide variety of insects, seeds, and other small animals. They are particularly effective at controlling tick populations, making them a popular choice for farmers and homesteaders looking for a natural way to control pests.
Turkeys
Royal Palm Turkey
Fun fact: Turkeys are known for their excellent eyesight and can see in color. They are also able to see ultraviolet light, which allows them to better detect predators and other potential threats.
Ducks
Muscovy Duck
Fun fact: Ducks are migratory birds and travel long distances each year to breed and feed. Some species of ducks are capable of flying thousands of miles between their breeding and wintering grounds, using landmarks, the position of the sun and stars, and even the Earth's magnetic field to navigate.
Ornamental Pheasant
Red Golden Pheasant
Fun fact: Ornamental pheasants are a group of colorful and exotic birds. They are known for their beautiful plumage, which can include iridescent greens, blues, and purples, as well as striking patterns and markings.
