About Pheasants

Alpacas Alpaca


About Pheasants

Pheasants are raised for their meat, feathers, and eggs. Pheasant meat is considered a delicacy in many parts of the world and is used in a variety of dishes, such as stews, roasts, and casseroles. Pheasant eggs are also considered a delicacy and are used in cooking and baking.

Breeds of Alpacas

There are the following breeds of Alpacas:

Huacaya - Breeds of AlpacaHuacaya


Photo: <a href=http://www.livestockofamerica.com/Ranches/ranchhome.asp?Peopleid=4020 class = body target = _blank>Columbia Mist Alpacas</a>
Huacaya alpacas are medium-sized animals with a distinctive, fluffy appearance. They have short, soft, dense fleece that grows perpendicular to their skin, creating a teddy bear-like appearance. They have a rounded, cute, and cuddly appearance, which makes them popular as pets and for use in therapeutic programs. They typically weigh between 120 and 190 pounds and stand about three feet tall at the shoulder.

Huacayas are primarily rai ...

Suri - Breeds of AlpacaSuri


Photo: Coral Dillon <a href=http://www.livestockofamerica.com/Ranches/ranchhome.asp?Peopleid=519 class = body target = _blank>Alpacas de La Mancha</a>
Suri alpacas have unique fiber characteristics that distinguish the Suri from the rest of the camelid family. Unlike the soft fuzzy look of the Huacaya alpaca, the Suri's long, separate, distinctive locks are comprised of twisted or flat fibers that drape down the sides of the Suri's body. The Suri's fiber has a cool, slick handle or feel, can be as soft as cashmere, warmer than wool, with the luster of silk. Suris comprise about 15% of the ...