Turkeys
Impressive birds with vibrant personalities
Meet Our Turkeys
Turkeys are much more impressive than many people realize! These large birds are incredibly intelligent, social, and full of personality. Watch the males (toms) display their magnificent tail feathers in a stunning fan!
Our turkeys are curious and friendly, often approaching visitors to investigate. They make a variety of sounds, from the iconic gobble to soft purrs and clucks. Each turkey has its own unique personality!
Turkeys are highly social birds that form strong flock bonds. They\'re also surprisingly athletic - wild turkeys can fly up to 55 mph for short distances and run up to 25 mph on the ground!
Fun Turkey Facts
Wild turkeys can fly 55 mph
Despite their size, wild turkeys are strong fliers and roost in trees every night for safety!
Benjamin Franklin's favorite
Franklin called the turkey "a Bird of Courage" and preferred it over the bald eagle as national bird!
5,000+ feathers
Adult turkeys have between 5,000-6,000 feathers covering their bodies!
That colorful head has a purpose
A tom's head changes from red to blue to white based on excitement - the more colorful, the more attractive to hens!
They remember your face
Turkeys can recognize and remember over 100 individual turkeys and humans!
A uniquely American bird
Turkeys are native only to North America - the Aztecs were the first to domesticate them!
Photo Gallery
Come Meet Our Turkeys!
Discover the fascinating world of these impressive birds!