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Narragansett Turkey
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Narragansett Turkey
Meleagris gallopavo
The Narragansett Turkey is a beautiful bird with stunning feathers! They love to strut around and show off their colorful plumage.
Habitat: They are commonly found in forests, fields, and grasslands across North America.
Appearance
The Narragansett Turkey has striking black, gray, and tan feathers with a beautiful metallic sheen. Its body is primarily black, contrasted by lighter gray and buff bands on the wings and tail. The bare skin on its head and neck can change color from red to blue, adding to its unique appearance.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderGalliformesFamilyPhasianidaeGenusMeleagris
Category
BirdsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Snaps
223
Interesting facts
Their snood, a fleshy flap, grows longer when males get excited!
They change the color of their heads from red to blue!
Turkeys can make over 20 different sounds, not just gobbling!
Wild turkeys, from which they descend, sleep high in trees!
Special abilities
Ability
Eagle-Eyed Forager
Narragansett Turkey has exceptional eyesight that helps them spot tiny seeds and insects hidden in the grass.
Ability
Quick Getaway
Narragansett Turkey can run surprisingly fast because of its strong legs that help it escape danger on the ground.
Ability
Acrobatic Flight (Short Bursts)
Narragansett Turkey can fly short distances quickly that helps them reach high roosts or flee from predators.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 70-115 cm
- Wingspan
- 120-150 cm
- Weight
- 5.5-12.5 kg
- Lifespan
- 5-10 years
- Top Speed
- 25 km/h
- Clutch Size
- 8-15
- Incubation
- 28 days
Diet & Feeding
Narragansett Turkeys are omnivores, munching on seeds, nuts, insects, and leafy greens.
Primary Foods
- seeds
- acorns
- insects
- berries
- grubs
- small amphibians
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
eaten by
Coyote
Canis latrans
Coyotes are common predators of turkeys.
eaten by
Great Horned Owl
Bubo virginianus
Large owls can prey on young or adult turkeys.
depends on
White Oak
Quercus alba
Turkeys rely on acorns from oak trees.
eats
Red Wood Ant
Formica rufa
Narragansett turkeys forage for many types of ants.
Traits
Social
Social animals live in organized groups, cooperating for survival benefits such as foraging, defense, and raising offspring.
Omnivorous
This trait identifies organisms whose diet includes both plant and animal matter.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Grassland
Grassland habitats are terrestrial biomes dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, supporting a variety of grazing animals.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Also known as
Narragansett
Collections
Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
No special safety notes yet.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to identify Narragansett Turkey?
The easiest way to identify Narragansett Turkey is to use the Snappit nature identifier app.
How long is Narragansett Turkey?
70-115 cm
What is Narragansett Turkey's wingspan?
120-150 cm
How much does Narragansett Turkey weigh?
5.5-12.5 kg
How long does Narragansett Turkey live?
5-10 years
How fast can Narragansett Turkey move?
25 km/h
What does Narragansett Turkey eat?
Narragansett Turkeys are omnivores, munching on seeds, nuts, insects, and leafy greens.
Where is Narragansett Turkey usually found?
They are commonly found in forests, fields, and grasslands across North America.
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