South-central Idaho turkeys trapped, moved
A turkey takes a look around the Sanders Beach neighborhood on a recent day.
BILL BULEY/Press
The National Wild Turkey Federation South Hills Strutters Chapter and NWTF Idaho State Chapter recently partnered with Idaho Fish and Game to successfully trap and transport wild turkeys in south-central Idaho, ensuring the birds' long-term health and sustainability in the region.
Wild turkeys were first introduced into south-central Idaho in the late 1980s; however, this population has faced challenges in recent years, with habitat loss caused by multiple wildfires, genetic isolation and other environmental pressures contributing to a significant decline. In 2022, Idaho Fish and Game took action to address these challenges by supplementing the population with 36 wild turkeys from southeastern Idaho, a press release said.
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