PRAIRIE FARMER'S POULTRY BOOK 



Buff turkey in the standard because it is bred more abundant- 

 ly and is bred true to color with greater ease. The Buff turkey 

 was difficult to breed true to standard requirements, but, on 

 account of its domestic habits, rapid maturity, and fine table 



White Holland Turkey Fowl 



qualities, is still retained by a number of breeders. The color 

 of the Bourbon is a rich dark bay, the wings and tails being 

 white. The adult tom weighs 30 lbs. and the hen 18 lbs. 



The White Holland is a sport from the other breeds. It 

 is now bred to large size by infusion of blood from Bronze 

 sports. It is especially valued as a market fowl, and the 

 feathers are much prized. 



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