A baby turkey is called a poult. Learn why, plus fun facts, pronunciation, and free resources.
"Poult" from French "poulet" (chicken) โ originally meant any young domestic fowl. Turkeys got this name because they were classified alongside chickens as poultry.
A baby turkey is called a poult. "Poult" from French "poulet" (chicken) โ originally meant any young domestic fowl. Turkeys got this name because they were classified alongside chickens as poultry.
"Poult" from French "poulet" (chicken) โ originally meant any young domestic fowl. Turkeys got this name because they were classified alongside chickens as poultry.