Turkey Quiz – Test What You Know of This Majestic Bird!

Quiz Questions

What is the scientific name for the wild turkey?

• Meleagris gallopavo
• Gallus gallus
• Haematopus ostralegus
• Bubo bubo

How much does a wild turkey typically weigh?

• 2-4 lb
• 4-6 lb
• 6-8 lb
• 11 - 24 lbs

Where do wild turkeys typically live?

• Africa
• Australia
• North America
• Asia

What is a group of wild turkeys called?

• Pride
• Gaggle
• Herd
• Flock

What color are wild turkey eggs?

• White
• Brown
• Green
• Blue

What is the average wingspan of a wild turkey?

• 24-36 inches
• 36-48 inches
• 48-60 inches
• 60-72 inches

How many species of wild turkey exist?

• 1
• 2
• 5
• 6

What is the average lifespan of a wild turkey in the wild?

• 3-5 years
• 6-8 years
• 9-13 years
• 14-18 years

What type of food do wild turkeys eat?

• Insects
• Berries
• Grains
• All of the above

What type of habitat do wild turkeys prefer?

• Desert
• Grasslands
• Forests
• Mountains

How long does it take for a turkey egg to hatch?

• 7-10 days
• 11-14 days
• 15-18 days
• 19-22 days

What are wild turkeys capable of running at?

• 5 mph
• 10 mph
• 15 mph
• 20 mph

What is the average size of a wild turkey's territory?

• 1-2 acres
• 2-4 acres
• 4-6 acres
• 6-8 acres

What type of feathers does a wild turkey have?

• Down feathers
• Filoplumes
• Semiplumes
• Contour feathers

What sound does a wild turkey make?

• Caw
• Chirp
• Gobble
• Hoot