The turkey is a large bird in the genus Meleagris, native to North America. There are two extant turkey species: the wild turkey (Meleagris gallopavo) of eastern and central North America and the ocellated turkey (Meleagris ocellata) of the Yucatán Peninsula in Mexico.

Let’s begin with the basics of distinguishing male wild turkeys (gobblers) from females (hens). Gobblers are larger-bodied birds, with a darker coloration, at times appearing almost black. In bright sunlight, their feathers cast a brilliant bronze or metallic iridescence.

2018年4月23日 · Turkeys, famed for their great size and native North American origin, can be easily distinguished by gender when they reach maturity. Females, or hens, are smaller and duller in color, with less prominent body features. Males boast a huge fanning tail, "beard" feathers and prominent appendages.

2024年10月29日 · Hen turkeys have been clocked running at speeds up to 25 miles per hour on land. Their vision is three times better than humans, with 270 degree panoramic vision. Female turkeys are skittish and elusive – a camouflaged hen can evade human detection remarkably well!

2023年4月17日 · Female turkeys, or “hens”, are smaller and less colorful, with shorter tails and legs. Male turkeys, also known as “toms,” are generally larger in size and sport a prominent fleshy protuberance on their bills called a “snood.”

2024年2月26日 · Turkey hens are female domesticated turkeys that are raised for their meat and eggs. They are an important part of the poultry industry and have been bred specifically for commercial production. Here are some basic facts about turkey hens: Turkey hens typically weigh between 10-25 pounds when fully grown. They have white or bronze-colored feathers.

2023年5月18日 · In hens, displaying can be a response to strutting toms or a way to assert dominance or alpha status among other hens. In other cases, strutting is a form of greeting among hens after meeting for the first time with their newly hatched turkey babies.

2023年12月29日 · Male turkeys, called toms or gobblers, have bright plumage with red, green, copper, and bronze hues. Their heads are red and blue with fleshy wattles hanging from their necks. Female turkeys, known as hens, have more muted brown-black feathers for camouflage.

2023年8月20日 · Telling the difference between a hen and a tom turkey is crucial for any turkey hunter. Not only is it important for hunting regulations, but it can also affect the quality of the meat you bring home. One of the most obvious differences between …

2024年12月8日 · Female turkeys, known as hens, are fascinating creatures that play a vital role in the life cycle of the species. While often overshadowed by the larger and more colorful male turkeys (toms), hens possess unique characteristics and behaviors that are crucial for the survival and continuity of turkey populations.