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NARRAGANSETT TURKEY - 6+ HATCHING EGGS - HERITAGE BREED The Narragansett turkey is named for Narragansett Bay in Rhode Island, where the variety was developed. It descends from a cross between native Eastern Wild turkeys and the domestic turkeys (probably Norfolk Blacks) brought to America by English and European colonists beginning in the 1600’s. The American Poultry Association recognized the Narragansett in 1874. According to an 1872 account, it was not uncommon to find flocks of one to two hundred birds, the product of a breeder flock of a dozen hens. Today the American Livestock Breeds Conservancy lists the Narragansett on the THREATENED list with fewer than 1,000 breeding birds in the United States, with seven or fewer primary breeding flocks, and globally endangered. The Narragansett color pattern contains black, gray, tan, and white. Its pattern is similar to that of the Bronze, with steel gray or dull black replacing the coppery bronze. The standard weight for young hens is 14 pounds and toms is 23 pounds. Narragansett turkeys have traditionally been known for their calm disposition, good maternal abilities, early maturation, egg production, and excellent meat quality. The Narragansett turkey would make a useful and beautiful addition to the family farm. Due to the fragile and time sensitive nature of the item, ALL egg sales are final. I do my very best to provide you with the freshest hatching eggs possible. I pack them extremely well and send them in a timely fashion. I have great success at home hatching eggs, but cannot guarantee your individual success. There are too many outside factors involved that are completely out of my hands.  Heritage Corner Poultry ~ White Cloud, MI (please look at our rules and privacy policy) |
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