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Bourbon Red Turkey Photos

The Bourbon Red Turkey, named after the Bourbon County in Kentucky was developed from crosses of Bronze, Buff and White turkeys. The Bourbon Red is a dark chestnut mahogany colour. The tail is white as are the primary and secondary wing feathers. There is some black edging to feathers on the male front and wing covert feathers.

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A Bourbon Red Stag (Tom) Turkey.

Photo Courtesy of Stephanie Swain, California.

 

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A Breeding Group of Bourbon Red Turkeys.

Photo Courtesy of Porters Rare Heritage Turkeys

 

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Bourbon Red Poults.

Photo Courtesy of Porters Rare Heritage Turkeys



 
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