Fun Facts About Turkeys
From their iconic gobbles to their distinctive strut, wild turkeys are full of surprising talents and quirky habits!
Speedy runners: Turkeys may look round and heavy, but wild turkeys can sprint up to 20 miles per hour on the ground.
Tree sleepers: Even though they spend their days pecking in the grass, wild turkeys fly up into the high branches of trees to sleep safely through the night.
Moody colors: A turkey's head and neck can actually change color from red to bright blue or white depending on how excited or calm it feels.
Feather fans: Male turkeys show off by puffing up their bodies and spreading their tail feathers into a giant, colorful fan shape.
Distinctive Voices: Only male turkeys make the famous "gobble" call, while female turkeys communicate using soft clucks, yelps, and purrs.
