Autumn Avians: Turkey Talk

The wild turkey, synonymous with Thanksgiving and iconic within our region, has not always held such a stable place in Massachusetts. There was a time when turkeys were overhunted nearly to the point of extinction. Thanks to a reintroduction program begun in the 1970s, turkeys can now be found throughout the state in urban, rural, and suburban areas. Learn some turkey natural and cultural history as well as the conservation needs of these native birds. In addition, become familiar with other members of the turkey family found in New England, including grouse and pheasants.

This standalone program is part of the 5-session online Autumn Avians Series. Register for the full series before it starts on 9/25/25 to get all 5 sessions (9/25 Birds and Climate Change; 10/9 Fall Rarities; 10/23 Tree Identification for Birdwatchers; 11/6 Duck Season; and 11/20 Turkey Talk) for the price of 4. Recordings will be sent to registrants after each program.