How to Care for Turkeys
  • 1. What is the ideal temperature for turkey poults in their first week?
A) 60-70°F
B) 80-85°F
C) 95-100°F
D) 110-115°F
  • 2. What type of bedding is best for turkey poults?
A) Wood shavings
B) Hay
C) Dirt
D) Newspaper
  • 3. How often should turkey waterers be cleaned?
A) Daily
B) Monthly
C) Weekly
D) Only when dirty
  • 4. What is a common sign of coccidiosis in turkeys?
A) Bloody droppings
B) Clear eyes
C) Increased appetite
D) Weight gain
  • 5. At what age can turkeys typically be moved outside (weather permitting)?
A) 2 weeks
B) Immediately
C) 6-8 weeks
D) 12 weeks
  • 6. What is the purpose of providing grit to turkeys?
A) Prevents feather picking
B) Provides calcium
C) Aids digestion
D) Worms them
  • 7. What type of fencing is needed to contain turkeys?
A) No fencing required
B) Low chicken wire
C) Tall, sturdy fencing
D) Invisible fence
  • 8. What is a common predator of turkeys?
A) Coyotes
B) Earthworms
C) Rabbits
D) Butterflies
  • 9. What is the recommended protein percentage for starter turkey feed?
A) 28%
B) 35%
C) 10%
D) 16%
  • 10. What is a potential cause of leg problems in turkeys?
A) Too much grit
B) Lack of water
C) Too much exercise
D) Rapid growth
  • 11. How much space do adult turkeys need per bird indoors?
A) No space required
B) 10-12 square feet
C) 1-2 square feet
D) 4-6 square feet
  • 12. What is the best way to prevent diseases in turkeys?
A) Good sanitation
B) Poor ventilation
C) Ignoring sick birds
D) Overcrowding
  • 13. What should you do if you notice a turkey showing signs of illness?
A) Isolate the bird
B) Give it extra food
C) Ignore it
D) Let it roam with the others
  • 14. What is the average lifespan of a domestic turkey?
A) 1 year
B) 10-15 years
C) 3-5 years
D) 20-25 years
  • 15. What does 'brooding' refer to in turkey care?
A) Feeding adult turkeys
B) Providing warmth for poults
C) Cleaning the coop
D) Collecting eggs
  • 16. What is the purpose of adding electrolytes to turkey water?
A) Keeps their feathers shiny
B) Makes them lay more eggs
C) Helps prevent dehydration
D) Makes them grow faster
  • 17. At what age do turkeys typically reach market weight?
A) 1 year
B) 16-20 weeks
C) 2 years
D) 4 weeks
  • 18. What is important to provide for turkeys during hot weather?
A) Extra feed
B) Shade
C) No special care
D) More bedding
  • 19. What is 'pasting up' in turkey poults?
A) Blocked vent
B) Normal behavior
C) Feather growth
D) Overeating
  • 20. How do you prevent 'pasting up' in turkey poults?
A) Using the wrong bedding
B) Overcrowding
C) Maintain proper temperature
D) Giving more feed
  • 21. What is a common sign of a healthy turkey?
A) Lethargic and dull
B) Huddled in a corner
C) Alert and active
D) Droopy wings
  • 22. What should you do with dead turkeys?
A) Dispose of them properly
B) Bury them on your property
C) Leave them for other animals
D) Throw them away in the trash
  • 23. What is the best way to introduce new turkeys to an existing flock?
A) Introduce them immediately
B) Put them in a separate pen within the flock
C) Quarantine them first
D) Ignore them
  • 24. What vitamin is essential for turkey leg health?
A) Vitamin A
B) Vitamin D
C) Vitamin E
D) Vitamin C
  • 25. What can be added to the diet for stronger eggshells?
A) Wood shavings
B) Sand
C) Gravel
D) Oyster shells
  • 26. Why is biosecurity important for turkeys?
A) Prevents disease spread
B) Keeps them clean
C) Makes them lay more eggs
D) Makes them grow faster
  • 27. How can you improve the ventilation in a turkey coop?
A) Use a heater
B) Open windows and vents
C) Use a humidifier
D) Close all windows and vents
  • 28. What is the purpose of providing perches for turkeys?
A) Keeps them clean
B) Makes them lay more eggs
C) Allows them to roost
D) Makes them grow faster
  • 29. What is the best time of year to get turkey poults?
A) Summer
B) Winter
C) Fall
D) Spring
  • 30. What is a good source of protein for supplementing a turkey's diet?
A) Sugar
B) Mealworms
C) Lettuce
D) Grapes
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