turkeys and the cold

[bumpershoot]

I have 9 BBW that seem to get chilled at around the 35f temp. It's like their feathers don't actually insulate them properly. When I walk out at night and check on them (they are so big they sleep on the ground) I see alot of what looks like shivering and realigning of feathers. They will be fine for several minutes and then do it again. Last year I had a BBB that was industrial. I could come out and she'd have frost and snow on her and not give a darn. Since this is my first go with BBW, is this normal? These guys seem to have a higher "weenie" factor to them. I am so close to the finish line with these guys! I don't need to lose them now for pity's sake!

 

[HennyJenny]

It's been in the 30's here at night and last night instead of going in their shelter my BBW's stood out in the rain cold and wind. I don't know if BBW's can get cold - they seem to be hot to the touch even. I will say they do seem to be a little more "ruffled" these last few days when it's been colder.