What are Game Birds?
By: David Torres
Game birds are typically considered to belong in the galliform order of birds. They are called game birds because they are frequently hunted for meat and for sport. Galliformes consist of some of the most well-known birds such as peacocks, pheasants, turkeys, and chickens. Galliforms are mostly flightless or short distance birds that are usually more comfortable on the ground than in the air. Some game birds such as chickens and turkeys have been farmed for centuries for meat, eggs, and also to be kept as pets.
