Beverly in Toledo in Lucas County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

Narragansett Turkey

Meleagris gallopavo

Photographed By Craig Doda, May 7, 2023

1. Narragansett Turkey Marker

Inscription. This breed originated in New England in the 1600's when domestic turkeys brought over by European colonists crossed with native turkeys. Male and female turkeys are referred to as "toms" and "hens". Narragansett tom turkeys can grow up to 28 pounds, and hens can grow up to 16 pounds. The temperament of these birds is highly dependent on selection by the breeders.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Animals • Colonial Era.

Location. 41° 37.117′ N, 83° 34.877′ W. Marker is in Toledo, Ohio, in Lucas County. It is in Beverly. Marker can be reached from Amherst Drive south of Dartmouth Drive, on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 145 Dartmouth Dr, Toledo OH 43614, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Alpacas (a few steps from this marker); Sheep (within shouting distance of this marker); Mangalitsa Pigs (within shouting distance of this marker); Goats (within shouting distance of this marker); Salmon Faverolle Chickens (within shouting distance of this marker); Chimney Swifts (within shouting distance of this marker); The Original Penguin

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(within shouting distance of this marker); African Penguin Conservation (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Toledo.

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Photographed By Craig Doda, May 7, 2023

2. Narragansett Turkey

Credits. This page was last revised on July 31, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 20, 2023, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 45 times since then and 8 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 20, 2023, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.