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Yes, female turkeys fan their feathers to get rid of dust, mites and parasites.

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He is trying to get a mate. He shows off his tail feathers to impress the female. The females like the more colorful feathers.

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The male turkeys fan their tail feathers to attract female turkeys for romantic pursuits.

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It's part of their courting ritual to attract hens (female turkey) for mating.

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To try to attract a mate

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