Long before new Tom moves in?
04-28-2018, 08:55 PM
#3
Nontypical Buck
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Location: Tennessee
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I'd also suspect it depends on whether it's breeding season. Dominant toms killed in the spring probably get replaced pretty quickly so long as there's hens around. Toms killed in the fall might take longer to replace.
But like Bocajnala suggested, more often than not there's another around, already.
But like Bocajnala suggested, more often than not there's another around, already.
04-29-2018, 05:04 AM
#4
Nontypical Buck
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Location: SW Michigan
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Mostly dependent on turkey population.
In areas with low numbers, the tom may not get replaced until the next spring - it really depends on how many hens are in that immediate area.
In high density areas, taking out the boss tom immediately changes the hierarchy. If there was a beta male he'll take over, if not it will be done by committee until the birds establish a new pecking order and a new alpha male emerges.
In areas with low numbers, the tom may not get replaced until the next spring - it really depends on how many hens are in that immediate area.
In high density areas, taking out the boss tom immediately changes the hierarchy. If there was a beta male he'll take over, if not it will be done by committee until the birds establish a new pecking order and a new alpha male emerges.
