Touched my heart! I was particularly moved as the baby, made all efforts despite having very limited mobility to crawl as it's little legs were not working yet, to whom s/he identified as her caregiver, for security, comfort and connection. Reminding me mammals non-human and human all need care and warmth from an available caregiver to develop optimally in all capacities (secure attachment in psych). Humans basic needs are identical to those of a turkey, as this nature trailer shares.
Heartwarming! Despite barely being able to walk the baby turkey slowly crawled to what s/he identified as her caregiver. Just like humans and other upper mammals the turkey baby needed the comfort, security and care of it's caregiver, to survive. The fundamental developmental needs of baby turkeys are the same as for human enfants!
Watch this documentary!!! It is incredible, don't make fun, it's a very powerful, moving documentation of his experience. it made me not want to eat Turkeys.
@Seasonofmadness Acutually not at all! This trailer touched my heart. Despite being so fragile, and barely able to walk, the baby crawled to what s/he thought was her caregiver, for security, comfort and protection. Without an available caregiver to provide warmth, ect.. the turkey would die just like human babies, and all
other upper mammals. Fundamentally we have much in common with Turkeys! It's true review your animal science and early developmental behaviours.
Great show!! Hutto has some humor and is quite laughable, sitting in the roost with his younguns! Extraordinary photography, and a great insight into the world of Florida's elusive and mystical wild bird....Good job! PS. Joe's book is well worth reading. And all this from an old Florida Cracker who loves hunting turkeys every year, and keeps his land as a refuge for them....
If you calm down and quiet your mind you can understand what they are thinking. Of course they don't have human thoughts-- that would make for a failure at turkeyhood. They do make plans, have emotions, play, are fond of people. If you watched to the end of this special on PBS you would see the logical outcome of a relationship with a male turkey, especially such a "macho" one as Turkey Boy, but he could hardly be blamed. Would we all stop eating animals if we gave them the respect they deserve?
I know exactly how this is. I hatched turkeys, peafowl, guineas and chickens. They deifnitely bond at first sight. I had them follow me around acres of yard as we searched and found bugs. I'd snag a grasshopper, make the "I got food" call and they'd scramble to me and grab for it. Goodtimes. :)
I am glad I made a point of watching this program. Sensitive and beautifully photographed, it gives you insight into a world we assume is boring, only to find it is colorful, interesting and insightful.
Brilliant wonderful show I almost didn't watch it was going to watch some other crap on tv, sure glad I did this show will stick with you versus other tv junk which you'll forget by the next commercial. If you get a chance to see this, do so and consider yourself priveledged.
Hog Wash. I found a baby turkey in the woods that was about 4 wks old. It made a great family pet. That turkey would chase the family dog then sleep on top of the dog at the end of the day. The turkey could and often did, turn the lever type back door knob when it wanted to come inside the house.
@rickbar123 You must of had a retarded turkey,I raised my chick from 4 weeks also,but when I'd come home from work,she'd have the dishes washed,clothes done and folded,even my check book balanced,one day I bounced a check,I know,a simple mistake,but still no excuse,I'd trained her well,hated to but it was into the deep fat fryer for her,the ones I have now are studying to be structural Engineers
@OakIslandBandit Yep, toss that turkey in the fryer, sounds alot like my wife. Keep those new ones around but toss them in as well at the first sign of trouble.
Just saw this on t.v the end made me cry.
hotforfashion101 2 weeks ago
this is very touching ^-^
sabrinaroxs11209 1 month ago
simple and deep I love this doc
maitlenmavuda 2 months ago
This is a very good documentary. If you like documentaries
then you will like this one. You will be inspired! It is almost touched me like
A ROAD TO BEAUTIFUL.
ferrouscromagnon 3 months ago
Touched my heart! I was particularly moved as the baby, made all efforts despite having very limited mobility to crawl as it's little legs were not working yet, to whom s/he identified as her caregiver, for security, comfort and connection. Reminding me mammals non-human and human all need care and warmth from an available caregiver to develop optimally in all capacities (secure attachment in psych). Humans basic needs are identical to those of a turkey, as this nature trailer shares.
positivencouragement 3 months ago
Heartwarming! Despite barely being able to walk the baby turkey slowly crawled to what s/he identified as her caregiver. Just like humans and other upper mammals the turkey baby needed the comfort, security and care of it's caregiver, to survive. The fundamental developmental needs of baby turkeys are the same as for human enfants!
positivencouragement 3 months ago
Watch this documentary!!! It is incredible, don't make fun, it's a very powerful, moving documentation of his experience. it made me not want to eat Turkeys.
theevster55 3 months ago
wtf?
Cowpwnz 3 months ago
I hope you will post more parts of this documentary! Especially before Thanksgiving it's great for people to see how intelligent these birds are!
alisonk1983 3 months ago 3
@alisonk1983 The entire episode is available for viewing online -- look for the URL in the video description.
PBS 3 months ago
@PBS That is if you happen to live in the US. Which means it´s unavailable for the rest of the world. A.K.A pretty much everyone.
marvincontendo 2 months ago
This was a beautiful, inspiring and eye-opening documentary. Love it. Kudos to all involved. Thanks for sharing. :)
EphemeralRift 3 months ago
Awww!! :D Cuuuuuuuuteeeeee!!!
twixiechick 3 months ago
If he didn't leave them for over a year I wonder how he got his groceries?
States he didn't have any human contact for over a year.
cseckington 3 months ago
I couldn't stop laughing. Did anyone else have this reaction?
Seasonofmadness 3 months ago
@Seasonofmadness Acutually not at all! This trailer touched my heart. Despite being so fragile, and barely able to walk, the baby crawled to what s/he thought was her caregiver, for security, comfort and protection. Without an available caregiver to provide warmth, ect.. the turkey would die just like human babies, and all
other upper mammals. Fundamentally we have much in common with Turkeys! It's true review your animal science and early developmental behaviours.
positivencouragement 3 months ago
aWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW <3
ladygagafan1011000 3 months ago
turkey meat is bland anyway. Much more awesome when they're alive <3
BiohazardBunney 3 months ago
awww ♥
Trulschke 3 months ago
My science teacher is making me watch this :| -.- boyy you cnt tll me wht 2 wtch
batteryboy1011 3 months ago
I just watched this last night. It was an amazingly good production. The scenes were works of art and the story very touching.
Kaberf 3 months ago
Great show!! Hutto has some humor and is quite laughable, sitting in the roost with his younguns! Extraordinary photography, and a great insight into the world of Florida's elusive and mystical wild bird....Good job! PS. Joe's book is well worth reading. And all this from an old Florida Cracker who loves hunting turkeys every year, and keeps his land as a refuge for them....
gmailjesbion 3 months ago
Awwwww. Cute little thing.
Sunflowers159 3 months ago
If you calm down and quiet your mind you can understand what they are thinking. Of course they don't have human thoughts-- that would make for a failure at turkeyhood. They do make plans, have emotions, play, are fond of people. If you watched to the end of this special on PBS you would see the logical outcome of a relationship with a male turkey, especially such a "macho" one as Turkey Boy, but he could hardly be blamed. Would we all stop eating animals if we gave them the respect they deserve?
sabymoon 3 months ago
I know exactly how this is. I hatched turkeys, peafowl, guineas and chickens. They deifnitely bond at first sight. I had them follow me around acres of yard as we searched and found bugs. I'd snag a grasshopper, make the "I got food" call and they'd scramble to me and grab for it. Goodtimes. :)
Praxxus55712 3 months ago
I am glad I made a point of watching this program. Sensitive and beautifully photographed, it gives you insight into a world we assume is boring, only to find it is colorful, interesting and insightful.
sadiecarl1947 3 months ago
Surprisingly interesting. Glad I decided not to flick around the channels of crap and watch it.
dperkins70 3 months ago
This film is just one of a kind. It is great story, amazing pictures and great commitment. Superb job!
FHLProduction 3 months ago
Brilliant wonderful show I almost didn't watch it was going to watch some other crap on tv, sure glad I did this show will stick with you versus other tv junk which you'll forget by the next commercial. If you get a chance to see this, do so and consider yourself priveledged.
moneyluv69 3 months ago
Sweet! Thanks, Joe!
willownewf 3 months ago
Almost makes you feel guilty about Thanksgiving...almost.
744268 3 months ago
amazing...
zaneacademy 3 months ago
MOMMY!!!
itsasin1969 3 months ago
awwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww
Vaylemn 3 months ago
awwww ♥
RandomSuperstar1 3 months ago
AWE
brandylabranche 3 months ago
Thanksgiving dinner!
biologyprodigy 3 months ago
@biologyprodigy of course...not surprising...NEANDERTHAL!!!
divineantinea 3 months ago
the beginning reminds me of the scene in jurassic park when the baby velociraptor comes out of its egg
RiotousPeople 3 months ago 11
How old is that turkey? How many lbs is it now? I swear I heard him said he wants a turkey sandwich....
TrinityofObscenity 3 months ago
@TrinityofObscenity Just another idiot!
divineantinea 3 months ago
@TrinityofObscenity do you really think you're funny??? I've know worms with a better sense of humour!
divineantinea 3 months ago
Hog Wash. I found a baby turkey in the woods that was about 4 wks old. It made a great family pet. That turkey would chase the family dog then sleep on top of the dog at the end of the day. The turkey could and often did, turn the lever type back door knob when it wanted to come inside the house.
rickbar123 3 months ago 14
@rickbar123 You must of had a retarded turkey,I raised my chick from 4 weeks also,but when I'd come home from work,she'd have the dishes washed,clothes done and folded,even my check book balanced,one day I bounced a check,I know,a simple mistake,but still no excuse,I'd trained her well,hated to but it was into the deep fat fryer for her,the ones I have now are studying to be structural Engineers
OakIslandBandit 3 months ago
@OakIslandBandit Yep, toss that turkey in the fryer, sounds alot like my wife. Keep those new ones around but toss them in as well at the first sign of trouble.
rickbar123 3 months ago
@rickbar123 LOL! That's awesome.
SBMPLYMA 3 months ago
@rickbar123
positivencouragement 3 months ago
that is sooo cute!!
pixie1310 3 months ago