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Royal Palm Turkey

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Life span

In the wild

3-5 years

at the zoo

Up to 10 years

Size

Weight

16-24 pounds (males), 8-12 pounds (females)

Height

3-4 feet

Diet

Omnivorous

A lot of insects and occasionally plants.

Region

Originally bred from the wild turkeys of North America.

Wild turkeys can often be found in open fields and forest.

Did you Know?

The funny flap of skin located on a turkey’s head is called a snood and is used for mating. The snood can be retracted while eating or demonstrating a mating display.

Conservation Status

Least Concern (LC)

The IUCN, International Union for Conservation of Nature maintains the Red List, a global database assessing the conservation status of species. It's a vital tool for tracking endangered species and guiding conservation efforts.

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