Out of all species we have, birds are the most populous residents. Home to roosters and hens, ducks, geese and turkeys, we have 15 different areas that house our flocks. Some flocks are a traditional one rooster to multiple hens, some are bachelor flocks of roosters, some are just ducks, and some are mixed species. Each bird area is unique and each flock has its own personality. We often move birds around until they find the flock they fit in with best. We have old birds, young birds, everything in between, and many special needs birds. Our rescues come from various situations: bankrupt meat farms, egg farms, “old” hens that aren’t laying anymore, discarded roosters, cock fighting busts, financially strapped owners, even birds found wandering around, and domestic ducks dumped in lakes and rivers. Roosters are the number one surrender request we get. Sadly, with the popularity in backyard chickens, most cities don’t allow roosters and sexing as chicks is difficult and often incorrect. We are against backyard chickens for many reasons, this being one of the biggest. Although not always as outgoing as other animals here, the birds are unique and each one is special, and we always encourage visitors and volunteers to get to know them. To be a chicken's friend is a great honor, and if the turkey likes you- wow!