How big of a turkey do I need for 7 guests?

Table of Contents:

1. How big of a turkey do I need for 7 guests?
2. How many will a 10 lb turkey breast feed?
3. How long does it take for a turkey to reach full size?
4. How long does it take for a turkey to grow to 20 pounds?
5. Are turkeys hard to raise?
6. How many eggs does a turkey lay before she sits on them?
7. Can I keep turkeys with chickens?
8. Will turkeys kill each other?
9. Do turkeys return to coop at night?
10. Do turkeys kill chickens?
11. Can two tom turkeys live together?
12. Can brush turkeys mate with chickens?
13. Why do turkeys chase you?
14. How do I stop my turkey from attacking me?
15. What are turkeys scared of?
16. Can I kill a turkey on my property?

How big of a turkey do I need for 7 guests?

While 1 pound per person could feel like too little, and 1 1/2 pounds for each guest might be over-doing it, 1 1/4 pounds of turkey per mouth is the perfect balance.

How many will a 10 lb turkey breast feed?

Essentially, if you'll be serving four people, you should plan on purchasing 5 pounds of bone-in turkey breast. For a party of eight, boost the total yield to 10 pounds. If your party consists of 10 people, purchase 13 pounds of bone-in meat.

How long does it take for a turkey to reach full size?

If you choose to go with a Broad-Breasted Turkey, they should reach butchering weight faster than a heritage breed turkey. With that being said, at 16-22 weeks they should be weighing at around 12-14 pounds. A heritage breed turkey will mature at 25-30 weeks.

How long does it take for a turkey to grow to 20 pounds?

The usual lifespan for a turkey is 10 years, and pure breed turkeys take approximately 4-5 months to grow to full size. The hen turkeys take 16 weeks to mature completely, and average 3.

Are turkeys hard to raise?

Turkeys are not that hard to raise, but they differ a bit from chickens in terms of what they need, and raising them from poults (baby turkeys) is more time- and energy-intensive than raising chickens from baby chicks.

How many eggs does a turkey lay before she sits on them?

10-12 eggs

Can I keep turkeys with chickens?

The short answer is yes, you can raise turkeys and chickens together. ... We also keep geese, ducks, and guineas with our chickens in the same coop and run.

Will turkeys kill each other?

Both males and female turkeys will fight each other. But toms (male turkeys) are particularly eager to fight over females. As mentioned, turkey fighting is most often their way of establishing a pecking order. ...

Do turkeys return to coop at night?

Turkeys will roost anywhere except where you want them to. They would go in the coop at night with no problems and roost with the chickens.

Do turkeys kill chickens?

depends on the turk and his/her mood. we have a couple of turkey hens that will chase the barn cats - or chickens. but sometimes i'll see the hens in the turkey pen and they just dont care at all.

Can two tom turkeys live together?

Turkeys can typically cohabitate just fine, with some caveats. Turkeys prefer to hang out in groups in most cases, and will immediately establish a pecking order like chickens to decide who rules the flock.

Can brush turkeys mate with chickens?

Not only do they rape the hens, but they can breed with them! “It really is what you'd expect a half chicken, half turkey to look like – just this weird little thing.” THE biologist who revealed that brush turkeys were raping chickens in Brisbane back yards says it's possible for the couplings to produce offspring….

Why do turkeys chase you?

Turkeys “may attempt to dominate or attack people they view as subordinates.” This behavior is most common in the fall when young male birds start competing with elders of the flock, according to MassWildlife. If you're cornered by a belligerent bird, it's important to not let the turkey intimidate you.

How do I stop my turkey from attacking me?

Don't let turkeys intimidate you Don't hesitate to scare or threaten a bold, aggressive turkey with loud noises, swatting with a broom or water sprayed from a hose. A dog on a leash is also an effective deterrent. Turkeys that repeatedly challenge or attack people may ultimately have to be destroyed.

What are turkeys scared of?

Wild turkeys notice even the smallest changes in their surroundings and are frightened by unusual, unidentifiable objects. Predator kites flying from tall poles are known to scare off turkeys. Waving your hands in the air or opening an umbrella will startle turkeys into a run.

Can I kill a turkey on my property?

Where safe and legal, hunt wild turkeys on your property, or allow others to hunt them. A hunting license and upland game bird stamp are required. Legal methods of take include shotgun, archery equipment, or air rifle. Seasons and other hunting regulations are available from CDFW offices and online.