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Turkeys

A turkey is a large bird with a fleshy wattle hanging from the underside of its beak. It is also characterized by a lump called a snood, dangling from the top of its beak.

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What is the Latin name for wild turkeys?

The scientific name for the wild turkey is the Meleagris gallopavo. The common name is the domesticated turkey. The turkey has different names in all different origins.

How many feathers does a turkey have?

Turkeys, whether domestic or wild, all have two legs. All birds have only two legs.

Is a jenny a female turkey?

The term "Jenny" is used to refer to the female of certain animals, specifically the donkey or the wren. A male pheasant is usually called a ringneck and the female, simply a female pheasant. See the related link for more information.




male pheasants are usually called 'cocks' and females 'hens'

Are turkeys scavengers?

This depends on which turkey you are referring to.

Wild turkeys are omnivores and have been known to feed on plants, insects, and even small reptiles.

The turkey vulture is a scavenger.

What is a turkeys chin called?

the name of the turkey's neck is called a "gobbler".

Does Alaska have a wild turkey population?

There are no wild turkeys in Alaska because the environment does not support them. These turkeys cannot stand the cold.

Which one of your forefathers wanted a turkey instead of an bald eagle for the national symbol?

Which one of our forefathers wanted the turkey instead of the bald eagle as the national

Why turkey produces females for several generation?

Parthenogenesis is observed in turkey that is it can directly produce a new individual without fertilisation and thus can produce females for several generations.

When did they start eating turkey?

In 1621, on Thanksgiving day, the Pilgrims and Native Americans ate wild turkeys, and it became a holiday tradition from that day forward.

Do turkeys prefer to walk of run but will fly?

All wild turkeys are able to fly. However, the turkey you are used to eating on holidays probably never flew and may not be able to fly.

What are some ways that you can save turkeys?

Pretty much similar to chickens, only feed them gamebird food, not chicken feed. they need a higher protein to keep from having leg problems. They need more room in a coop due to the size of the bird. 3-4 square feet per bird. Also supply roosts. Some will roost, some won't. They are said to be friendly and to get attached to people and follow around like dogs. Turkeys are fun! and beautiful!

Are turkey gobbling to noisy?

They do if disturbed. Turkeys roost in trees, but hens will nest on the ground when they lay eggs, and predators such as raccoons will eat both the eggs, the young, and the adults if they can catch them.

Do male and female turkeys flock together in the same roost during the winter?

yes, i have about 20 turkeys male and female mixed and they are fine

Why does a turkey make sounds?

Because they have two drumsticks.

Describe 3 attributes of a turkeys?

The great turkey has a number of attributes. One attribute of the turkey is it's ability to make a great dinner meat.

What is the name of the presidential pardoned turkeys?

The turkeys that get pardoned by the President go to George Washington's Mount Vernon estate. There is no special park, because the birds actually die of natural causes within a year of being pardoned.

How long till a turkey is full grown?

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What color usually are turkey eggs?

The color of the wild turkey's eggs are white!

i dont know where you got that info but i raise turkeys and the only breed i have ever seen lay a white egg is the large white commercial breeds that you buy in the store. all the wild and heritage breeds lay brownish or tan eggs with dark specks all over them.

What part of the turkey is broken and considered good luck?

Breaking the turkeyâ??s wishbone is a common custom in America and Europe. A wishbone is actually two fused clavicle bones.