Wild Turkey (Eastern Wild Turkey)

The Wild Turkey is a large, ground-dwelling bird known for its iconic fan-shaped tail, bare blue-and-red head, and iridescent bronze plumage. This body contour feather showcases the intricate earthy barring and metallic sheen characteristic of the species' intricate camouflage coloration

Rich brown and black barring with a distinct pale subterminal band and a dark, iridescent bronze-green or copper terminal fringe

Pennaceous upper vane with a plumulaceous (fluffy) base and a distinct, wispy afterfeather (aftershaft)

Smooth and firm along the upper vane, becoming soft and downy at the base, with a matte to subtly metallic sheen on the terminal margin

Distinctive dark and light brown horizontal barring ending in a broad dark band with a bronze-green metallic margin, coupled with a fluffy afterfeather at the base

Mixed hardwood and pine forests with scattered clearings, agricultural fields, and wooded swamps

Widespread throughout North America, introduced in various other regions globally, spanning from forested regions of southern Canada down through the United States and into Mexico

Acts as both predator (eating insects, reptiles, and small amphibians) and prey, while also aiding in seed dispersal and forest floor turnover through vigorous scratching

Other large gallinaceous birds such as pheasants or grouse, though turkey body feathers are generally much larger and possess distinct bronze-copper terminal fringes

Wild Turkeys can run at speeds up to 25 mph and fly in short bursts up to 55 mph. Despite their heavy bodies, they routinely roost high in trees overnight to escape predators

Good condition with minor wear along the edges, intact rachis, and clean barb interlock with no signs of severe fading or parasitic damage