How big does a Standard Bronze turkey get?

The Bronze variety is stately and imposing in appearance. The standard weight for young toms is 25 pounds and for young hens is 16 pounds. Since, however, the Standard Bronze has not been selected for production attributes, including weight gain for years; so many birds may be smaller than the standard.

Can Standard Bronze turkeys breed?

Breeding The original Bronze turkeys have not been bred to their original standard and the variety could use some stewards to restore their original glory. Broad Breasted Bronze turkeys are unable to breed naturally due to their large size.

How much do bronze turkeys cost?

If you wanted broad-breasted bronze turkeys, the price goes up to $6.37 each (+$20). If you wanted heritage turkeys, the price goes up again to $9.60 each (+$20).

How big do broad breasted bronze turkeys get?

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Broad Breasted Bronze Turkeys are immense birds — much like the Giant White Turkey — measuring up to four feet in length, with a six-foot wing span. A full-grown tom will weigh in at about 38 pounds, hens easily reach 22 pounds.

How many eggs do Standard Bronze turkeys lay?

On an average they’ll lay about 13 to 18 eggs between those 4 months and then sit on them to incubate the eggs. If you collect their eggs regularly, they will continue to lay eggs and can produce an average of 1 egg every 2 to 3 days and a maximum of 100 eggs.

What Colour is a Bronze turkey?

Apart from the difference in size, the plumage of the Standard Bronze is usually lighter and more lustrous than that of the Broad Breasted. Both have a brown color which is highlighted by shades of copper and blue-green, and the plumage overall is very similar to that of the wild turkey.

Can you eat turkey eggs?

And even though turkey eggs are edible and similar in taste to chicken eggs, they aren’t as widely consumed. A chicken lays approximately 300 eggs per year while the average turkey produces only 100 or so. Not only do turkeys produce fewer eggs but they also require more time to come into egg production.

How old are turkeys when slaughtered?

At 5 to 6 months old, turkeys are sent to the slaughterhouse. In the wild, they can live to be 10 years old.

Are bronze turkeys better?

Bronze. Bronze turkeys tend to be more traditionally reared and are usually free range. Like their Black cousins, they are famed for a distinctive gamey flavour and moist meat, but also have a firm texture.

What breed of turkey lays the most eggs?

The American Poultry Association (APA) Recognized Varieties:

• BELTSVILLE SMALL WHITE. In the 1930s, this breed was developed and has become a great breed of prolific egg-laying turkeys.
• BLUE SLATE.
• BOURBON RED.
• BRONZE.
• NARRAGANSETT.
• WHITE HOLLAND.
• MIDGET WHITE.

How big is a bronze standard heritage turkey?

The average weight of a Heritage (Standard) Bronze tom is 25 lbs and the young turkey hen is 16 lbs, this can vary either way depending on turkey and feed. Cackle Hatchery® is proud to offer this turkey for your selection, the Bronze Standard turkey. We can not ship turkeys to Hawaii. SKU: 608 Category: Heritage Turkey

Where did the Bronze turkey breed come from?

This Heritage turkey breed originated from crossing domestic turkeys brought to the Americas by European colonists with eastern wild turkeys. The Bronze turkey has been one of the most popular turkey varieties for most of American history, and was recognized by the American Poultry Association in 1874.

How many turkeys do you need for Hoover’s hatchery?

A hatchery choice of White and Bronze Turkeys. Could include Broad Breasted White and Bronze and may include Artisan or Orlopp Bronze. Variety in this assortment is based on availability at the time of hatch. { {br}} { {b}} Order minimum is 10 for shipping.

Is the Standard Bronze turkey good for free ranging?

Yes, the Standard Bronze turkey would be good for free ranging. But, turkeys contain a limited system for digesting grass and plants. Be sure to keep grain feed available because of their limited digestion. Can I buy just one male Bronze Turkey poult?