Domestic turkey (Meleagris gallopavo)

₦55,000

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Specifications

Product Description

Species: Domestic turkey (Meleagris gallopavo) - Gender: Male (tom) – identified by the large fan tail, bright iridescent plumage, and pronounced wattle. - Appearance: - Feathers: Iridescent bronze, green, and copper tones. - Head/Neck: Blue skin with a red wattle and snood. - Tail: Wide, fan-shaped, used for display. - Size: Mature toms in Nigeria typically weigh 15 kg. - Behavior: Often dominant in farmyards, struts to display feathers, and vocalizes with gobbles. - Use: Highly valued for festive meals (Christmas, weddings, Eid), breeding, and meat production.