How the Earth's Tilt Affects Turkey Reproduction

09/04/2025 58 min
How the Earth's Tilt Affects Turkey Reproduction

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Episode Synopsis

The physiology and behavior of wild turkeys are greatly influenced by daylight. In spring, reproductive behaviors like strutting and gobbling are triggered by longer daylight hours. Hold for a second, do humans and turkeys share reproductive hormones? Nebraska's Wild Turkey Program Manager, Carlie Saline gets into the science of turkey season.
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