Take 5: Terrific Turkeys

Posted on November 24, 2014 by Rosemary

With Thanksgiving approaching, it’s time to give thanks for the wild turkey. Once completely wiped out of the state due to over-harvesting, this bird is now a regular fixture of forests and even suburban and urban areas. Our past Photo Contest participants have captured the many facets of this fascinating species.

A male turkey, or tom, struts his stuff. 2012 Photo Contest entry, © Barye Hall

A male turkey, or tom, struts his stuff. 2012 Photo Contest entry, © Barye Hall

Yes, turkeys can fly! 2013 Photo Contest entry, © Andy Trushaw

Yes, turkeys can fly! 2013 Photo Contest entry, © Andy Trushaw

2012 Photo Contest entry, © Richard Alvarnaz

The fleshy bump above the beak is called a snood. 2012 Photo Contest entry, © Richard Alvarnaz

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The turkey chick, or poult, has a fuzzy head. 2013 Photo Contest entry, © Ronald Grant

A flock of turkeys. 2012 Photo Contest entry, © Alison Colby Campbell.

Turkeys are social birds. 2012 Photo Contest entry, © Alison Colby Campbell.

 

Looking for the Perfect Holiday Gift?

Posted on November 22, 2014 by Hillary T.

This holiday season give the gift of rivers, forests, marshes, and meadows.

gift-member-buttonThrough November 30, a Mass Audubon gift membership is just $32—half off the regular rate!

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