WebXam Animal Science and Technology End‑of‑Course (EOC) Practice Test

A mature male turkey is called a "Tom." This term is widely recognized in poultry terminology, particularly in the context of turkeys. In avian classifications, the male of the species is often given a specific name that distinguishes it from females and other male birds in different species.

"Rooster" refers specifically to a mature male chicken, while "Buck" is commonly used for a male goat or rabbit. "Stud" typically describes a male animal kept for breeding purposes, but it is not species-specific, and therefore does not apply directly to turkeys. Thus, Tom is the term that accurately identifies a mature male turkey in animal science.