Guinea fowl are medium-sized birds native to Africa, known for their distinctive speckled plumage and distinctive call. They have a round, helmet-like crest on their heads and are often raised for their meat and eggs, which are considered a delicacy in many parts of the world. Guinea fowl are social and prefer to live in flocks, foraging for seeds, insects, and small plants. They are hardy birds and can adapt to various environments, often kept on farms for both meat production and as a form of pest control.