Zoo Trip

While Julianna and Simon were at play practice, Matt, Oliver, Annie and I went to the Red River Zoo in Fargo. Even though we weren't on the farm we were surrounded by animals so I thought I would share a few photos :)

My Sweet Kids: Oliver & Anabelle

Russian Red Tree Squirrel 

(look at his cool ears!)

Loved all the Koi Ponds throughout the zoo

(and now Matt & I are talking about how we can add one to the farm!)

The Prairie Dogs were so funny to watch

We walked through the Orient Aviary & I

 spotted this nest underneath a bush along the path

The Red Pandas are adorable!

And... my favorite!

The Peafowl wandering freely around the zoo!

(Look at his amazing tail!!)

There were several of them and I loved watching 

them strut around and call out to each other!

And lastly, Annie rode the carousel

It was a fabulous day to spend at the zoo- sunny & warm.

Oliver and Anabelle had a fun time together and got along great-

and that always makes us happy ;0)

It was the perfect way to spend the afternoon and 

I am more determined than ever to get a Peacock for the farm!

Wish List

Our Funny Farm is growing rapidly... just 6 months ago we started by adopting a small chicken flock off Craig's List, and now we have over 50 animals. Honestly, I am quite satisfied with our brood, but there is still 1 more animal species I would really like to acquire...

I would love to look out my kitchen window and see this:

I have always been fascinated by the peafowl that wander freely around the zoo and never seem to leave. (They must be related to GUINEAS...) I think it would be pretty cool to have 1 or 2 (or 10) walking around the farm sharing their beauty with us.

I checked with some hatcheries and they have a minimum order of at least 8 and these exotic birds aren't cheap, plus shipping costs are quite high. I am hoping to find some closer to home that fit into my budget.

Anyone ever raise peafowl? Any suggestions?  :)