What do you feed Guinea hens

[Choco Maran]

I have just order some guinea fowl that will not be coming until June, however my question now is what do you feed them? Can I use regular chicken food or is there something better. I will be getting game bird finisher as well, but not until they're older.

 

[R2elk]

I have just order some guinea fowl that will not be coming until June, however my question now is what do you feed them? Can I use regular chicken food or is there something better. I will be getting game bird finisher as well, but not until they're older.

Guineas require a higher percentage of protein for proper growth and development. Guinea keets should be fed a turkey or game bird starter that has a protein content of at least 26%. Higher is even better.

Once the guineas are adults then you can reduce the protein content of their feed to the 16% - 20% range.

Good luck.

 

[Choco Maran]

Thank You R2Elk . I will buy some game bird starter for them when they come. I have a little time to prepare for them.