Turkey Facts

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What are male turkeys called?

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Tom turkeys or gobblers.

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Is the wild turkey the same as the turkey we eat for Thanksgiving?

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No, the wild turkey is not the same as the domesticated turkey typically eaten for Thanksgiving.

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What is a baby turkey called?

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A baby turkey is called a poult or chick.

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What is a female turkey called?

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A female turkey is called a hen.

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What is the flap of skin under a turkey's chin called?

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The flap of skin under a turkey's chin is called a wattle.

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What is the scientific name for the wild turkey?

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The scientific name for the wild turkey is Meleagris gallopavo.

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What is the primary habitat of wild turkeys?

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Wild turkeys primarily inhabit forests, grasslands, and wetlands.

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How do turkeys communicate?

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Turkeys communicate through a variety of vocalizations, including gobbles, clucks, and purrs.

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What is the average lifespan of a wild turkey?

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The average lifespan of a wild turkey in the wild is about 3 to 5 years.

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What do turkeys eat?

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Turkeys are omnivores and eat a diet that includes seeds, nuts, fruits, insects, and small animals.