TURKEY
SMILE: EXCITED
Turley is a Robimal who is excited about finding new adventures, and he smiles when he is discovering something new.
Turkey Is Afraid Of The Rain
The weather in Robimal Town can change very fast. One moment, it’s sunny, and the next, rain is everywhere.
Very curious, Turkey was walking in the field behind the big barn when dark clouds suddenly appeared. Turkey was very young and had never seen a rainstorm before.
Usually, Turkey stayed close to his mom, but today was his first adventure alone. Looking up at the dark clouds, he saw something new, which scared him.
When Turkey felt safe, his head was white; when he got excited, his head turned blue; when he got scared, it turned bright red. New things could be a little frightening for Turkey.
Turkey heard a loud noise and started to shake. When it began to rain, he felt nervous and made a loud gobble!
His friend, Falcon, saw Turkey had turned red and flew down to chirp, “It’s okay, Turkey. You’re safe. It’s just the sky giving the earth a drink of water. Let me help you; take a deep breath with me.”
Turkey took a deep breath and let it out slowly, and his head turned white again, then blue. Falcon stayed with him until he felt calm and safe.
Turkey learned that whenever he felt scared or angry, he could take a deep breath, talk to his friends, or think about all the amazing things he could do.
He was happy that he learned to calm himself by breathing slowly.
Meet a Real Turkey
Cool Facts: Turkeys are known for their distinctive fan-shaped tails and wattled necks. Male turkeys, called toms or gobblers, are especially famous for their impressive displays during mating season, puffing up their feathers, spreading their tails, and making gobbling sounds. Turkeys are also known for their sharp eyesight and hearing.
Where They Live: Turkeys are native to North America and can be found in forests, grasslands, and wetlands. Wild turkeys prefer wooded areas with clearings, where they can forage for food and find shelter.
Where They Sleep: Turkeys roost in trees at night to stay safe from ground predators. They fly up into the branches at dusk and come down at dawn. Roosting in trees provides them with a safe place to rest and a good vantage point to watch for danger.
Home Life and Social: Turkeys are social birds that live in flocks. These flocks can consist of a few to several dozen birds. During the breeding season, males display their feathers and perform elaborate courtship rituals to attract females. After mating, female turkeys build nests on the ground, where they lay and incubate their eggs.
Friendships: Turkeys form strong bonds within their flocks. They communicate with each other through a variety of vocalizations, including clucks, purrs, and gobbles. These sounds help them stay connected and coordinate their activities.
What They Do for Fun: Turkeys enjoy foraging for food, scratching the ground to uncover insects, seeds, and berries. They also enjoy dust bathing, which helps keep their feathers clean and free from parasites. Young turkeys, called poults, are particularly playful and curious.
Size of the Animal: Turkeys are large birds. Male turkeys can weigh between 11 to 24 pounds and stand about 3 to 4 feet tall. Female turkeys are smaller, weighing between 5 to 12 pounds. They have wingspans of around 4 to 5 feet.
Power Level: Turkeys are strong fliers, despite their size. They can fly short distances at speeds up to 55 miles per hour. They are also fast runners and can reach speeds of up to 20 miles per hour on the ground.
Lifespan: In the wild, turkeys typically live to be around 3 to 5 years old. In captivity, with proper care, they can live up to 10 years or more.
First Known: Turkeys have been known to humans for thousands of years. They were domesticated by Native Americans long before European settlers arrived in North America. Turkeys have since become a symbol of Thanksgiving in the United States and are enjoyed by many people around the world.
