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Ticks on Turkeys

Discussion in 'Turkey Hunting' started by andyh2o, Apr 26, 2012.

  1. andyh2o

    andyh2o Newb

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    Shot a turkey today, cleaned it and it had about 25 small tiny ticks justunder the feathers on the breast. I would think its still alright to eat the meat? Anybody else kno for sure.
     
    andyh2o, Apr 26, 2012
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  3. AntlerAddict

    AntlerAddict BHOD Crew

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    I think the meat is fine. Congrats!
     
    AntlerAddict, Apr 26, 2012
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  4. bowsie15

    bowsie15 Die Hard Bowhunter

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    Ticks are going to be unreal this year!!!
     
    bowsie15, Apr 26, 2012
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  5. andyh2o

    andyh2o Newb

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    They already are unreal. I've prob picked 150 off me this year. abou 20 while I was out for 4 hours hunting. Its unbeliavable!
     
    andyh2o, Apr 27, 2012
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    Treehopper Die Hard Bowhunter

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    I think the meat would be fine.
     
    Treehopper, Apr 27, 2012
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    The Amatuer Die Hard Bowhunter

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    I can understand why you hesitant to eat the meat.
     
    The Amatuer, Apr 27, 2012
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    Heckler Grizzled Veteran

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    I assure you that is very common. Enjoy!
     
    Heckler, Apr 27, 2012
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    DriveTacks Weekend Warrior

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    I'll PM you my address, you can send it over and i'll check it out for ya if need be :)
     
    DriveTacks, Apr 28, 2012
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