Royal Palm Turkeys

handsome male royal palm turkey
“Turkeys know their names, come when you call, and are totally affectionate. They’re better than teenagers.”
— Elayne Boosler

Royal Palm Turkeys have graced our farm since 2015.  We love their talkative nature, their gentle behavior, and the added protection they provide our flock by virtue of their size and their warning calls. If you’re a turkey fan, join our waitlist to get the latest updates on hatches.

  • Turkey Eggs:  $5 each, maximum of 6, plus $18 shipping via Priority Mail

  • Day Old Turkey Poults:  $20 each, local pick up only

  • Juvenile Turkey up to 6 months:  $100 each

  • Yearlings:  $150 each

The Livestock Conservancy
above shot of royal palm turkey
flock of male and female royal palm turkeys
side shot of male royal palm turkey
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Breed Basics

  • Class: Domestic

  • Type: Ornamental

  • Size: 10-16 lbs.

  • Rarity: Uncommon

  • Purpose: Laying, Exhibition

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Fancy Features

  • Appearance: White body with black edging on the feathers, black saddle and beard, red/bluish-white heads, light brown eyes

  • Abilities: Good flyers, excellent foragers

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Egg Facts

  • Egg Laying: Fair (2/wk)

  • Egg Color: Pale cream with spots

  • Egg Size: Large

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Suitability to Backyard Life

  • Hardy In Winter: Yes

  • Confinement: Bears confinement well

  • Especially Docile: Yes

  • Setter/Broody: Yes

  • Personality: Active, thrifty, gentle, talkative