Narragansett Heritage Turkey

The Narragansett Heritage Turkey is a beautiful, historic American breed known for its striking tri-colored plumage, excellent foraging ability, and calm, easygoing temperament. Originating in New England in the 1800s, the Narragansett has long been valued for its natural hardiness and superior table quality, making it a favorite for homesteads and heritage poultry keepers.
 
This breed features stunning steel gray, black, tan, and white feathering with a natural sheen that gives it a classic, rustic appearance. As a true heritage bird, the Narragansett grows at a natural, sustainable pace, developing strong bones, robust health, and exceptional adaptability to pasture-based living.
 
Narragansett turkeys are excellent foragers, thriving in free-range environments where they graze, roam, and help control insects. Their meat is prized for its rich, traditional flavor and high quality, making them popular for farm-to-table production. Hens lay small to medium cream-colored eggs, often with speckling, and are known for being attentive mothers.
 
Breed Highlights:
Purpose: Heritage meat, breeding programs, conservation, and homestead flocks
Temperament: Calm, curious, and people-friendly
Hardiness: Excellent foragers; thrives in free-range and pasture setups
Feather Color: Beautiful blend of gray, black, tan, and white with natural sheen
Growth: Natural heritage growth rate; exceptional flavor and texture
Best For: Homesteads, small farms, heritage conservation, and outdoor foraging systems