Wild Turkey
Meleagris gallopavo
Physical Characteristics
Size
3-4 feet
Wingspan
4.1-4.8 feet
Weight
Males: 11-24 lbs, Females: 5.5-11 lbs
Plumage
Iridescent body, bare head, wattles, beard on males, fan-shaped tail
Distinctive Features
Iridescent body
Natural History & Behavior
🌳 Habitat
Forests with clearings, woodland edges
🍽️ Diet
Acorns, nuts, seeds, insects
🦅 Behavior
Strong flyers, roost in trees, social in flocks, males gobble and display
🗺️ Migration Pattern
Non-migratory resident
🎵 Sounds
Males gobble, hens yelp and cluck
🛡️ Conservation Status
Least Concern
Fun Facts
Wild Turkeys have adapted well to their environment
Conservation status: Least Concern
Average size: 3-4 feet
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Wild Turkey sound like?
Wild Turkeys make Males gobble, hens yelp and cluck. These vocalizations are used for communication, territory defense, and attracting mates.
Where do Wild Turkeys live?
Wild Turkeys inhabit forests with clearings, woodland edges. Non-migratory resident
What do Wild Turkeys eat?
The diet of Wild Turkeys consists primarily of acorns, nuts, seeds, insects. They forage using various techniques depending on their habitat.
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