
Wild Turkey Science is a science-based podcast bringing you the latest research on wild turkey ecology and management. This podcast is part of the Natural Resources University podcast network and made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 190 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ScienceNatural Sciences | |||

Feral pigs are bad news for wild turkeys – but how bad, and what should you actually do about it? In this episode, we break down the latest research on pig population impacts, what pigs are eating, and why it matters for turkeys.
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• H... more
We break down a 2026 coyote diet study to reveal how blackberry availability actually buffers fawns from predation, and what that means for how you should be thinking about your turkey management.
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• Gulsby, W. D., et al. (2015). Whi... more
In this episode, we discuss how years of turkey research has directly influenced the way that we hunt.
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• Fist Full of Dirt: Dr. Disturbance Can Flat-Out Hunt (Part 1)
• Fist Full of Dirt: Dr. Disturbance Can Flat-Out Hunt (Part ... more
Gear up for another storytime episode as we swap late-season turkey hunting chronicles in this one.
Resources:
• Turkey Calling Tutorial: Master the Trumpet & Wingbone Call
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Episode 183. Great episode,loved the recap of the recent turkey hunts. Great job guys keep it up.🦃🦃🦃
I am a scientist, dedicated to research and discovery, then followed by implementation. I am also an avid hunter, who, after decades of hunting, is still trying to learn about turkeys. Your podcasts are extraordinarily informative and helpful in both respects. I wish that more hunting and fishing platforms would include useful, basic scientific information about animal behavior, physiology, and demographics. There is something there for everybody and we’re all better off by learning more about w... more
Another great and informative episode. Thanks for y’all’s continuous hard work!
Anything and everything that y’all uncover and expose that could be harmful to this wonderful bird is absolutely a step in the right direction. Thanks for y’all’s continuous hard work!
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A science-backed show exploring wild turkey ecology and management through current research, with hosts focusing on habitat, population dynamics, predator interactions, and practical land-management techniques. Episodes frequently feature expert guests and data-driven discussions, plus accessible explanations that help both hunters and conservation-minded listeners apply science to real-world wildlife management. Noteworthy is the consistent emphasis on bridging academic research with on-the-ground habitat work, often using humor and relatable anecdotes to illuminate complex topics.
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1. Gamekeeper Podcast
2. Fist Full of Dirt
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4. Deer University
5. Speak the Language Podcast
Wild Turkey Science launched 3 years ago and published 190 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Wild Turkey Science include:
1. Kevin McKinstry
2. Steven Carroll
3. Dr. Mark McConnell
4. Taylor Finger
5. Dr. Ben Jones
6. Dwayne Elmore
7. Sara Fitzsimmons
8. Michael Heatherly
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