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Bourbon Red Domestic Turkey |
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This wonderful turkey barn was built by our friend Michele Hafner for her Bourbon Red Domestic Turkeys. There is an open air pen fenced in alongside. high-res
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Meet one of the Bourbon Red Domestic Turkeys she is raising. This one is just a few months old. high-res
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The Bourbon Red Domestic Turkey was developed by J.F. Barbee in Bourbon County in Kentucky's Bluegrass Country back in the late 1800s. high-res
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When ready for the kitchen, toms weigh about 23 pounds, and hens weigh about 14 pounds. high-res
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Adult Bourbon Red Domestic Turkeys have dark red feathers, with white flight feathers. high-res
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When I was in the pen with them, I found them to be quite friendly and gentle. high-res |
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