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GUINEA FOWLS. 



WHITE GUINEA FOWL. 



This species of the "Pintado," is a pure white, and possesses 

 the common characteristics of the variegated fowl. They 

 are bred in various parts of the United States. The above is 

 a portrait of a specimen in possession of Dr. Eben Wight, Ded- 

 ham, Mass., and his stock is said to be very beautiful. 



VARIEGATED GUINEA FOWL. 



This bird is not" kept for profit, but for ornament. They are 

 proof against confinement by any fence, and will not thrive 

 unless allowed their liberty. They are abundant layers. Their 

 period of incubation is twenty eight days. The male must be 

 kept away from the eggs, as he is prone to destroy them. 



