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Domestic Turkey
(Meleagris gallopavo domesticus)
RANGE
Domestic turkeys originated from domestication of wild turkey in North America. Wild turkey can be found in eastern and southwestern United States and Mexico.
DIET
Turkeys are omnivores and have a diet consisting of seeds, nuts, berries, roots, insects, and salamanders.
CONSERVATION STATUS
IUCN Status - Not evaluated
There are no major threats to this species at this time.
ZOO LOCATION
The Loop
NAME
Dolly
Zoo parents help support the care and needs of each animal at the Amarillo Zoo.
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