Nature  My Life as a Turkey

One man's remarkable experience of raising a group of wild turkey hatchlings to adulthood. Details

 
 

Program: Nature

Episode: My Life as a Turkey

After a local farmer left a bowl of eggs on Joe Hutto's front porch, his life was forever changed. Hutto, possessing a broad background in the natural sciences and an interest in imprinting young animals, incubated the eggs and waited for them to hatch. As the chicks emerged from their shells, they locked eyes with an unusual but dedicated mother.

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Duration: (50:38)
Premiere Date: 11/16/2011
Episode Expires: Never
TV Rating: NR


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