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A wild turkey is instantly recognizable for many reasons. These birds are big — sometimes tipping the scales at more than 20 pounds — but what most often catches our eyes is the bright red skin that hangs from the birds necks. This fleshy, bumpy skin has a name: the wattle. Its different from the … Read more

Wild turkeys have incredible eyesight. Their ability to sense a predator, like a hunter leaning back against a tree, is uncanny. Turkey vision can seem even supernatural at times. But really, it’s just a combination of evolution and physiology. There’s still plenty we don’t know about how turkeys see, but researchers have uncovered plenty of … Read more

Wild turkeys are large game birds found throughout much of North America While wild turkeys themselves are easy to identify, their tracks can be a bit more challenging to recognize. However, with some knowledge of turkey track characteristics, you can learn to identify wild turkey tracks in the wild. Size and Shape of Turkey Tracks … Read more

Turkey hunting requires expert concealment. A turkey’s vision is sharp allowing it to detect even the slightest movements from great distances. Choosing the optimal camouflage pattern is crucial for staying hidden when pursuing these vigilant birds. But with so many camo patterns on the market it can be challenging to select the best option for … Read more

Several factors contribute to a perfect Thanksgiving, but the holiday hinges on one question in particular: How long will it take to cook that turkey? Notoriously prone to overcooking, turkey meat has been ridiculed for its perceived dryness time and again. On top of the meat’s naturally lean characteristics, these very large birds have sections … Read more

Turkey shoots are a classic autumn tradition in many rural communities across the United States. Northern Kentucky is no exception. These exciting local events offer a fun way for residents to gather, compete, support local organizations, and potentially win a turkey or other prizes just in time for Thanksgiving dinner. Let’s take a closer look … Read more

With the rising popularity of homesteading and raising backyard flocks, more people are interested in buying turkey eggs. Fresh turkey eggs can be difficult to source, but they have a distinct, rich flavor that makes baked goods and breakfasts shine. If you want to try your hand at incubating and hatching turkey poults you’ll need … Read more

Come Thanksgiving, most American families can expect to carve into a golden roast turkey with tender white breast meat. But not all turkeys are created equal when it comes to color. Wild turkeys sport a markedly different hue compared to the pale domesticated birds found in grocery stores. So do wild turkeys have white meat … Read more

It can be a challenge to ensure turkey residents have healthy, happy lives after coming to a sanctuary, and there are many different aspects of care to consider each day. Unfortunately, toxic and poisonous hazards are sometimes overlooked in the hustle and bustle of operating a sanctuary. While minor exposure to many of these toxins … Read more

Neither chefs nor food writers can agree on whether—or why—youd want to tie up your turkey. Some say that the splayed legs of an untrussed bird cook faster due to more exposure to hot air, plus more of the skin crisps. Others claim that the breasts of an untrussed turkey aren’t protected by the legs … Read more