Dinde de Bresse (Dindon Noir de Bresse) — a selectively bred meat turkey breed developed in France (Bresse region), holding AOC status since 1957 and IGP. A large but relatively light breed for meat turkeys with an elegant, elongated, and muscular build. Adult males weigh 4.5–6.5 kg (ideal 5.0–5.8 kg), females 3.0–4.5 kg (ideal 3.5–4.2 kg). Body length (from beak to tail tip) 850–1100 mm in males, 750–950 mm in females. Build is sturdy yet elegant, with a well-developed chest and long legs. Distinguished from heavy North American breeds (Broad Breasted White, Bronze) by lighter weight, mobility, a “wild” elongated silhouette, small head, slender neck, black shank color, and fully black glossy plumage without bronze tint on the back. Only one color is allowed — fully black (Noir de Bresse). Any white feathers, red or bronze markings are disqualifying faults.