Birds — Buy Game

You’ll need "flight-ready" mature birds, often sourced from local game farms or preserves. 2. Popular Types of Game Birds

Depending on your location and needs, here are the best ways to source your birds: buy game birds

Before you start browsing, clarify why you want to buy game birds. Your intent will dictate where you shop and what age of bird you need. You’ll need "flight-ready" mature birds

Each bird offers a different profile for both the farmer and the chef: you’ll likely buy processed

If you want to cook a gourmet meal, you’ll likely buy processed, frozen, or fresh-killed birds from a specialty butcher or online purveyor.

The "classic" game bird. They have an earthy, rich taste but can be more challenging to raise due to their flighty nature.