The good news is that we are experiencing the Golden Age of Turkey Hunting — with healthy, vibrant populations existing in 49 U.S. states, several Canadian provinces and Mexico. The bad news? Wild turkey numbers have declined somewhat in recent years and nobody’s sure why. Read
Tag Archives: turkey biology and behavior
Can wild turkeys swim?
You wouldn’t guess it by looking at them, but wild turkeys are capable of swimming if they have to. Read
How to Encourage Turkeys to Roost on Your Land
You can plant food plots and escape cover to attract deer. But how can you encourage turkeys to roost where you hunt? Given the right trees, put these concepts to work. Read
Learn How to Read a Turkey’s Body Language
Learning how to read a gobbler’s body language can tell you what kind of a mood he’s in. It will also provide important clues regarding what your next move should be. Read
Zika Virus: Are Wild Turkeys At Risk?
Scientists are studying the possible effects of the Zika virus on humans, animals and birds, including the wild turkey. Read
A Biology Lesson on Turkey Crops
Turkeys are opportunistic feeders and will eat many things, including small snails in their shells to possibly obtain calcium. Read