Tribute to @memphis and her Lapper turkeys

[R2elk]

Apr. 5, 2016 @memphis wrote

You know....I thought maybe Annie was thinking about going broody. She was circling a bush one afternoon for hours. Sort of thought she was looking for the perfect nesting spot. But she gave it up. So no broody behavior yet from either hen. I believe the only way Daisy would go broody is if its on my lap. Spoiled bird!

So Ralph...your not going to let your broody stay on the nest? Your going to suit up and fight her for the eggs? Can you have someone video it for us?

https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/a-century-of-turkey-talk-2000-2100.966414/post-16810908

 

[R2elk]

Apr. 5, 2016 @memphis wrote

Gevshiba...your right about dog descrimination! My aussies don't have tails. Anything with a tail is to be scoffed at!

Ralph that close up is calendar material! Ya'lls pictures are great! I'm going to add a few chick's in May. Showing too much right now to deal with them. It's killing me!

R2elk....loved the goose story! Amazing.

https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/a-century-of-turkey-talk-2000-2100.966414/post-16813597

 

[R2elk]

Apr. 8, 2016 @memphis wrote

It's chilly down here this morning. Low 50's. But the girls love it. Hopping around in circles flapping. Goofballs. Not sure what happened, but Daisy was displaying yesterday. I was grooming a dog & heard weird noises. When I walked over to see what was going on, Daisy had her tail in the air. Annie or the chickens didn't seem bothered by anything. I did see a dove fly off. Maybe that was what upset her. It's only the 2nd time I've seen her do that.

https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/a-century-of-turkey-talk-2000-2100.966414/post-16827985

 

[R2elk]

Apr. 8, 2016 @memphis wrote

Wow...Ralph that snow would shut down Memphis. I'll quit complaining until summer sets in. Then it's miserable here....

https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/a-century-of-turkey-talk-2000-2100.966414/post-16828782

 

[R2elk]

Apr. 8, 2016 @memphis wrote

Daisy was sitting on my lap & someone she didn't know leaned over her & she hissed. She was sleeping. I think it startled her. So far mine aren't acting broody. Keeping my fingers crossed. But I'm probably doomed.

Feedman, how is Superglue? So I'm guessing you aren't up to a hen wrestling match?

https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/a-century-of-turkey-talk-2000-2100.966414/post-16831857

 

[R2elk]

Apr. 10, 2016 @memphis wrote

I was rooting for Superglue. Bummer. Aurora, sorry about Buddy.

I'm in Missouri this weekend. ...FREEZING. What happened to spring? No fair....we've already hit 80 in Memphis. Now we are having frost warnings.

No signs of broody turkeys yet. Do turkeys ALWAYS go broody? I'm hoping mine take a pass!

https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/a-century-of-turkey-talk-2000-2100.966414/post-16837327

 

[R2elk]

Apr. 14, 2016 @memphis wrote

I agree with Feedman, turkeys are a hoot! My Bourbon Red is super sweet!
Let's us know if you get a few.

Ralph, I think everyone needs a few Speckled Sussex! Are you selling some this year or building up your flock. It's just so much easier dealing with a laid back bunch of chickens. And they are beautiful! !

https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/a-century-of-turkey-talk-2000-2100.966414/post-16861517

 

[R2elk]

Apr. 14, 2016 @memphis wrote

Here you go...Big Betty.

https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/a-century-of-turkey-talk-2000-2100.966414/post-16863795

 

[R2elk]

Apr. 14, 2016 @memphis wrote

Aurora, I like your old hen. SS are cool birds!

https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/a-century-of-turkey-talk-2000-2100.966414/post-16864571

 

[R2elk]

Apr. 15, 2016 @memphis wrote

Nin, I agree with R2elk. Return the bird. Or...there is always freezer camp.

Ralph, how old are your SS?

I'm spending too much time with my turkey hens. I can tell when either one is getting ready to lay an egg.

https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/a-century-of-turkey-talk-2000-2100.966414/post-16865681