Black Spanish Heritage Turkey
The Black Spanish Heritage Turkey is one of the oldest and most historically significant turkey breeds in the United States. Known for its striking glossy black plumage with a beautiful green and bronze iridescent sheen, this heritage breed is both elegant and hardy—making it an excellent choice for small farms, homesteads, and heritage poultry enthusiasts.
Black Spanish turkeys are prized for their exceptional foraging ability, natural hardiness, and calm disposition. As a true heritage breed, they grow at a natural pace, develop strong skeletal structure, and possess excellent health and longevity. Their flavorful, traditionally textured meat is highly valued by chefs and farm-to-table growers seeking an authentic heritage turkey.
Hens typically lay small to medium cream-colored eggs, and Black Spanish turkeys are known for strong maternal instincts. They thrive in free-range environments where they can forage, roam, and express natural behaviors.
Breed Highlights:
Purpose: Heritage meat, breeding programs, conservation flocks
Temperament: Gentle, calm, and people-friendly
Hardiness: Excellent foragers; strong resistance and natural vigor
Feather Color: Deep black with iridescent green/bronze sheen
Growth: Slower, natural heritage growth rate; superior meat quality
Best For: Homesteads, small farms, breeders, and heritage conservation efforts
SHIPPING POLICY
Turkeys ship April through August on Mondays and Wednesdays (excluding holidays). Orders will be scheduled based on availability. We will make every effort to ship your chicks during your preferred month and week; however, exact timing cannot be guaranteed. You will receive an email confirmation as soon as your hatch/ship date is scheduled.
If you have any date restrictions, please list them in the “Add a Note” section at checkout.
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Quantity Discount 10+
