Sick turkey

[Frank1983]

I had my royal palm male since November.For the last month he did nothing but strut and gobble all day with the other male I have.for the last two days he didn't strut or gobble once and I notice black marks all over his head any idea what it can be he is still eating and drinking eating

 

[FredsGobblers]

It looks like probably scabs from the 2 toms sparring over rank. Have you noticed them doing some fighting? It is that time of year, especially if hens are around to fight over rights to breed.

 

[Frank1983]

No fighting at all

 

[FredsGobblers]

Maybe @R2elk or @duluthralphie may have something to say or ask to help

 

[R2elk]

I had my royal palm male since November.For the last month he did nothing but strut and gobble all day with the other male I have.for the last two days he didn't strut or gobble once and I notice black marks all over his head any idea what it can be he is still eating and drinking eatingView attachment 1283324 View attachment 1283324 View attachment 1283325 View attachment 1283326

Your toms had a fight and this one lost. It's breeding season and keeping multiple toms together will produce this kind of result or even worse. As long as he is eating and drinking, he will recover.

 

[Frank1983]

Thanks I got them separate now