Here are some facts about turkeys:
Turkeys are native to North America and were domesticated by Native Americans over 2,000 years ago.
The male turkey is called a tom, while the female is called a hen.
Turkeys have excellent eyesight and can see in color.
The fleshy appendage on a turkey's head is called a snood, and the wattle is the fleshy part under the turkey's chin.
Turkeys can fly short distances, but they prefer to stay on the ground.
Wild turkeys can run up to 25 miles per hour.
Turkeys are social animals and prefer to live in flocks.
The turkey is the national bird of Turkey and was named after the country.
The average lifespan of a turkey is 3-5 years in the wild and up to 10 years in captivity.
Turkeys are omnivores and eat a variety of foods, including seeds, insects, fruits, and small animals.
Turkeys can change the color of their head and neck skin from red to blue in response to excitement or agitation.
The heaviest turkey ever recorded weighed 86 pounds.
Benjamin Franklin once proposed that the turkey should be the national bird of the United States instead of the bald eagle.
Turkeys have been bred for their meat for over 400 years.
The turkey was first introduced to Europe in the 16th century.
Turkey eggs are larger than chicken eggs but are not as commonly consumed.
Turkeys have been known to drown when looking up at the rain with their mouths open.
Turkeys have a unique vocalization called a "gobble" that can be heard up to a mile away.
The turkey is one of the most popular birds for Thanksgiving dinner in the United States.
Turkeys have been known to exhibit a behavior called "flocking" where they follow the lead of a dominant bird.
Turkeys have been bred to have a larger breast size, which has led to health issues for the birds
In some cultures, the feathers of turkeys are used in ceremonial dress.
Turkeys have a sharp sense of hearing and can detect sounds at a much higher frequency than humans
Turkeys are sensitive to changes in temperature and can suffer from heat stress.
In Hindu mythology, the turkey is considered a symbol of sacrifice and selflessness.
These are just some of the interesting and amazing facts about turkeys!

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