Did you know that turkeys are native to North America? They were domesticated by Native Americans over 2,000 years ago.
A baby turkey is called a poult, while a male turkey is known as a tom, and a female turkey is called a hen.
The turkey population in the United States is estimated to be around 240 million. That's a lot of gobblers!
The term "turkey trot" refers to a Thanksgiving Day race or fun run. It's a popular way to burn off those extra holiday calories.
In Native American culture, the turkey symbolizes abundance, pride, and fertility. It is considered a sacred bird.
Turkeys have excellent vision during the day but see poorly at night. They also have a keen sense of hearing and can detect low-frequency sounds.
The ideal temperature for cooking a turkey is 165°F (74°C) to ensure it is safe to eat. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness.
Benjamin Franklin once proposed the wild turkey as the national bird of the United States, but the bald eagle was chosen instead.