The Bronze turkey is one of the most popular turkey varieties for most of American history.  They are a cross between domestic turkeys brought by European colonists and the Eastern wild turkeys native to North America.  The result of this cross are larger and more hearty than the European birds, and much tamer than their wild ancestors.   The coppery-bronze metallic color and sheen gives this variety it’s name.

The standard weight for young toms is about 25 pounds,  and 16 pounds for hens.  These turkeys are not meant for reproduction due to their overall size and weight.