WT
North America
Wild Turkey
Meleagris gallopavo
About this species
Bird-watchers in North America often spot the Wild Turkey in forest settings. This Phasianidae species is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN.
The Wild Turkey is part of the order Galliformes and the Phasianidae family. Its preferred habitat is forest, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Least Concern, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of North America.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Phasianidae family and Galliformes order.