Standing guard
A Cornish egg farm has recruited two Peruvian alpacas to act as security guards for their hens.
The animals, named William and Harry, keep predators away from speciality egg producer Clarence Court's hens near Camborne, reports Sky News.
The Huacaya alpaca are said to be fiercely defensive of their feathered brood. -- Ananova
The owner also says that the alpacas are "good company" for the chickens and "keep them fully entertained."
The one with the fluffy hair kind of looks like Prince Harry.
Posted by: Ana | September 25, 2007 at 07:38 AM
I wonder what they taste like?
Did I mention archery season starts Monday? I'm jonesing a bit.
Posted by: prairie biker | September 25, 2007 at 07:52 AM
The chickens taste like chicken.
Posted by: gail | September 25, 2007 at 07:54 AM
The eggs taste like eggs. And I wouldn't be surprised if the alpacas taste like camel.
Posted by: gail | September 25, 2007 at 07:55 AM
A friend of mine has a couple of Alpacas. They are funny animals.
Posted by: Carin | September 25, 2007 at 08:54 AM
Tina, you fat lard, come get some DINNER!... Tina, eat. Food. Eat the FOOD!
Posted by: Jake | September 25, 2007 at 10:06 AM