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