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