Wild Turkey

The wild turkey is a large North American bird with strong legs, a broad tail and a mostly bare head. It forages on the ground for seeds, nuts, insects and other foods, while roosting in trees. Males display by fanning their tails and puffing their feathers. Despite its heavy build, a wild turkey can fly for short distances. Its calls help birds maintain contact, and the male's gobble is prominent during breeding. Young chicks follow the female and begin searching for food soon after hatching.