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Yardbird Collection

Yardbird, the term commonly used to describe a chicken or poultry that roams freely in a yard, is a symbol of simplicity and sustainability

Background imageYardbird Collection: 52nd Street, New York, N.Y. ca. 1948. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb

52nd Street, New York, N.Y. ca. 1948. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
52nd Street, New York, N.Y. ca. 1948

Background imageYardbird Collection: Portrait of Dizzy Gillespie and Charlie Parker, Carnegie Hall, New York, N.Y. ca. Oct. 1947

Portrait of Dizzy Gillespie and Charlie Parker, Carnegie Hall, New York, N.Y. ca. Oct. 1947

Background imageYardbird Collection: Portrait of Charlie Parker, Tommy Potter, Miles Davis, and Max Roach, Three Deuces, N.Y. 1947

Portrait of Charlie Parker, Tommy Potter, Miles Davis, and Max Roach, Three Deuces, N.Y. 1947
Portrait of , , , and , Three Deuces, New York, N.Y. ca. Aug. 1947

Background imageYardbird Collection: Portrait of Charlie Parker, Tommy Potter, and Max Roach, Three Deuces, New York, N.Y. ca. Aug

Portrait of Charlie Parker, Tommy Potter, and Max Roach, Three Deuces, New York, N.Y. ca. Aug
Portrait of , , and , Three Deuces, New York, N.Y. ca. Aug. 1947

Background imageYardbird Collection: Portrait of Charlie Parker, Carnegie Hall, New York, N.Y. ca. 1947. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb

Portrait of Charlie Parker, Carnegie Hall, New York, N.Y. ca. 1947. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Charlie Parker, Carnegie Hall, New York, N.Y. ca. 1947

Background imageYardbird Collection: Portrait of Charlie Parker, Carnegie Hall, New York, N.Y. ca. 1947. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb

Portrait of Charlie Parker, Carnegie Hall, New York, N.Y. ca. 1947. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Charlie Parker, Carnegie Hall, New York, N.Y. ca. 1947

Background imageYardbird Collection: Portrait of Charlie Parker, Carnegie Hall, New York, N.Y. ca. 1947. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb

Portrait of Charlie Parker, Carnegie Hall, New York, N.Y. ca. 1947. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Charlie Parker, Carnegie Hall, New York, N.Y. ca. 1947

Background imageYardbird Collection: Portrait of Charlie Parker, Three Deuces, New York, N.Y. ca. Aug. 1947

Portrait of Charlie Parker, Three Deuces, New York, N.Y. ca. Aug. 1947. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of , Three Deuces, New York, N.Y. ca. Aug. 1947

Background imageYardbird Collection: Portrait of Gilbert J. Pinkus, Three Deuces, New York, N.Y. ca. Aug. 1947

Portrait of Gilbert J. Pinkus, Three Deuces, New York, N.Y. ca. Aug. 1947. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of , Three Deuces, New York, N.Y. ca. Aug. 1947

Background imageYardbird Collection: Portrait of Charlie Parker, Tommy Potter, and Max Roach, Three Deuces, New York, N.Y. ca.Aug. 1947

Portrait of Charlie Parker, Tommy Potter, and Max Roach, Three Deuces, New York, N.Y. ca.Aug. 1947
Portrait of , , and , Three Deuces, New York, N.Y. ca. Aug. 1947

Background imageYardbird Collection: Portrait of Dizzy Gillespie and Charlie Parker, Carnegie Hall, New York, N.Y. ca. Oct. 1947

Portrait of Dizzy Gillespie and Charlie Parker, Carnegie Hall, New York, N.Y. ca. Oct. 1947

Background imageYardbird Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20121652

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Ireland, North, Belfast, Cathedral Quarter, Esterior of the Durty Onion and Yardbird, Bar & Restaurant on Hill Street

Background imageYardbird Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20121653

EyeUbiquitous_20121653
Ireland, North, Belfast, Cathedral Quarter, Esterior of the Durty Onion and Yardbird, Bar & Restaurant on Hill Street

Background imageYardbird Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20121655

EyeUbiquitous_20121655
Ireland, North, Belfast, Cathedral Quarter, Esterior of the Durty Onion and Yardbird, Bar & Restaurant on Hill Street

Background imageYardbird Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20121654

EyeUbiquitous_20121654
Ireland, North, Belfast, Cathedral Quarter, Esterior of the Durty Onion and Yardbird, Bar & Restaurant on Hill Street



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Yardbird, the term commonly used to describe a chicken or poultry that roams freely in a yard, is a symbol of simplicity and sustainability. These birds are able to forage for their own food, leading to healthier and more flavorful meat. Raising yardbirds not only benefits the environment by reducing reliance on factory farming methods, but also provides a sense of connection to where our food comes from. There is something special about watching these feathered friends pecking around the yard, soaking up the sun and enjoying their freedom. Their natural behaviors and interactions with each other create a harmonious ecosystem that is both fascinating and beautiful to observe. When it comes time to harvest these yardbirds for meat, there is a sense of gratitude and respect for the life they have lived. Knowing that they were raised humanely and sustainably adds an extra layer of satisfaction when enjoying them at the dinner table. In today's fast-paced world filled with processed foods and mass-produced meats, raising yardbirds offers a return to simpler times when quality was valued over quantity. It serves as a reminder of the importance of knowing where our food comes from and appreciating all that nature has to offer. So next time you see a flock of yardbirds roaming free in someone's backyard, take a moment to appreciate the beauty and significance of these humble creatures. They may just inspire you to rethink your relationship with food and embrace a more sustainable way of living.