Broad Breasted White Turkey – Coop Size & Setup Guide 🦃
The Broad Breasted White turkey 🦃 is a large, fast-growing breed prized for its meat. Their size and needs are very different from chickens, so a proper turkey coop is essential for their health and safety.
1. Space Requirements 📏
These turkeys need 6–8 square feet per bird inside and at least 15 square feet per bird in the run.
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2. Flooring & Bedding 🌾
Use dry straw or wood shavings. Turkeys are heavy, so flooring should be sturdy and well-supported.
3. Roosting & Perches 🪵
Install strong, low roosts to accommodate their size. Avoid high roosts as these can lead to leg injuries in large turkeys.
4. Predator-Proofing 🦊
Turkeys are vulnerable to foxes, coyotes, and large birds of prey. Use hardware cloth instead of chicken wire and secure doors with heavy-duty latches.
5. Shelter from Weather 🌦️
Provide shade in summer and insulation in winter. Position coops to block strong winds
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