Pennington Southwest Blend Wild Bird Seed for Outside Feeders, 10 lb., 1 Pack, Dry Bird Food

I got this mostly for the two guinea fowl in the flock. Because, as ground fowl, their diet is a little different from egg layer chickens, this forms a larger portion of their diet. It does contain peanuts, tho just spattered throughout, so if you have allergies to peanut dust, it's something to consider. I like the wild mix with black sunflower, and the guineas (Ted and Alice) are thrilled for the break from industry layer feed. TIP: If your guineas are vocalizing all day long, it may be due to odd number of fowl. They're monogamous and after they choose a mate, the one left behind single vocalizes to call a mate. It can go on all day long, as males and females answer each other back and forth that they're not available. When the odd man/girl is gone, or gets a mate, each couple goes quietly about their business, unless there's an intruder or flock upset to sound the alarm. We had three - 2 girls, 1 guy - in the chick mix and when the extra girl vanished from the property (hopefully to find her true love elsewhere ) - the mated guineas are a quiet and contented couple.

My birds love this blend. I love the price but the weight (40 lbs) is too heavy for me. I'm switching to 20 lbs and paying more but it saves me going to chiropractor. I had 20 quail, mourning doves, scrub jays, sparrows. I have hanging feeders and ground feeders. Once they discover the seed you almost regret feeding them. But it's fun to watch them.