Narragansett Turkey

$27.00

Category:

The Narragansett is considered a rare breed turkey, a heritage turkey and admitted into the American Standard of Perfection in 1874. This turkey was derived from European strains and the American Wild Turkey around Narragansett, Rhode Island in the 19th century with earlier bloodlines as far back as the 1600’s. They make an excellent backyard and farm turkey and are very good with insect population.

Description

  • Poultry Show Class: Turkeys
  • Weights: Hen—–14 lbs
    Tom—-23 lbs
  • Purpose and Type: Egg Laying and Meat; Exhibition
  • Egg Color: Off White with brown specks
  • Egg Production: Poor
  • Egg Size: Large to Extra Large
  • Temperment: Active
  • Fertility Percentage: 60-75%
  • Broody: Setters
  • Mating Ratio:  7 Females to 1 Male
  • Roost Height: 2+ feet
  • Country of Origin: North America
  • APA: Yes, Recognized by the Standard of Perfection in 1874
  • TLC: Watch Status, considered a Sustainable Heritage Turkey Breed.

Reviews

There are no reviews yet.

Be the first to review “Narragansett Turkey”

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *