Turning Turkey Feathers Into Jewelry

January 18, 2018

Question: Can I use turkey feathers from domestically raised turkey farms to make jewelry? I know that Fish and Game Code, section 3039, limits the sale of wild animal parts, but section (d) appears to allow the sale of inedible parts of domestically raised game birds. (Nancy H.)

Answer: Yes, you may use turkey feathers from domestically raised turkey farms. Domestically raised turkeys are not wild birds, and therefore are not subject to the restrictions on the sale of wild bird parts found in FGC, section 3039.