The male turkey, or Tom, has a beard (sprouts of hair from his chest), spurs (hooks on the back of his legs), is larger and often has a colorful head. A Tom also gobbles, where a hen (female turkey) does not
This bird is found in forested areas of many parts of the United States and Mexico. The male weighs about 17 pounds (7.7 kg) and reaches a length of about 50 inches (1.3 m). The female is about 12...