Ep. 667 - wildturkeyDNA — A Ground-Breaking Study of Wild Turkey Genetics

Matt Harrison is joined by renowned wild turkey scientist Dr. Mike Chamberlain (@wildturkeydoc) and Dr. Mike Brasher to announce wildturkeyDNA, a new partnership that will enlist hunters in the study of wild turkey genetics. Building from the success of duckDNA, this exciting project brings together DU, Wild Turkey Lab, National Wild Turkey Federation, Low Country Game Bird Foundation, and the University of Texas at El Paso around a shared interest in science to inform conservation. Year 1 will focus on collecting tissue from harvested turkeys having unique or odd plumages to understand the origin of these beautiful birds. Are they color morphs of wild turkeys or do they originate from heritage breeds? Tune in to hear how you can participate and learn about additional questions that will be answered in future years. 

Visit www.wildturkeyDNA.com and follow the team on Instagram and Facebook (@wildturkeydna) for updates and announcements.

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