Wild Turkey Science - Snoods, feathers, and the Turkey Brotherhood | #232

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English - February 12, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 88 MB - ★★★★★ - 103 ratings
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Dr. Geoff Hill, professor of Biological Sciences at Auburn University, joins Marcus and Will to break down the unique evolutionary biology of our favorite bird. Learn which characteristics hens select for, what make decoys effective, if gene selection is impacted by hunter harvest, the intricacies of the turkey brotherhood, and much more.

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