Wild Turkey (Meleagris gallopavo)

The Wild Turkey (Meleagris gallopavo) is a large, ground-dwelling bird native to North America, renowned for its distinctive plumage and significant cultural importance. As an omnivorous species, it thrives in diverse habitats, foraging on a varied diet that includes nuts, seeds, and insects.

🇫🇷	Dindon Sauvage
🇩🇪	Truthuhn
🇲🇽	Pavo Salvaje

Taxonomy

Order	Galliformes
Family	Phasianidae

Tips for Identifying This Species

The Wild Turkey is a large bird, often observed foraging on the ground or perched on low tree branches. It is characterized by its dark brown plumage, a featherless head with a bluish tint, and a distinctive red throat.

Notes about Whereabouts

The Wild Turkey can be observed throughout the year. My initial encounter with this species took place during winter at Park Angrignon, where they are often fed seeds by park visitors.

Observations by Park and Season

Location	Spring	Summer	Autumn	Winter
Parc Nature Pointe aux Prairies	-	-	-	x

"x" indicates the species was observed, while "-" indicates no observation. Lack of observation doesn't necessarily imply that the species is absent. Data is derived from our park visit journals.

Characteristics

Length	76-125cm
Weight	3.6-11kg
Wingspan	125-144cm
Clutch Size	10-14 eggs
Incubation	25-31 days
Fledging	8-14 days
Sexual Maturity	1 year