Tuesday, October 8, 2013

Wild Turkey

We have wild turkeys that roam the woods around us and we often catch glimpses of them year round. This hen was right under my sunroom window a couple of weeks ago.  There is a bird feeder just out of sight to the left. I usually take a couple of photos and back away leaving them to find what seeds they can. There were two hens that day but I haven't seen them since. That doesn't mean they haven't been around - just that I haven't seen them. Turkey season begins next week so I'd be just as happy if they stay hidden. :)
Linking to Wild Bird Wednesday.
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25 comments:

  1. Our photosOctober 8, 2013 at 2:43 AM

    Nice photo of the Wild Turkey!
    Greetings, RW & SK

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  2. Gail DixonOctober 8, 2013 at 10:56 AM

    She's so pretty. Love her markings and colors. My dad and I kept hearing a turkey hen while we were fishing, but never saw her.

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  3. donOctober 8, 2013 at 11:01 AM

    A fine close in shot of this turkey. Excellent detail and color in this image. Well done.

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  4. TexWisGirlOctober 8, 2013 at 11:20 AM

    they are SO pretty! nice shot!

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  5. KarenOctober 8, 2013 at 12:00 PM

    I love to see wild turkeys! I can never get a good photo because they are so fast. Great shot!

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  6. Sallie (FullTime-Life)October 8, 2013 at 12:43 PM

    I really love these funny old things. I too I hope yours (and the ones we have around here) stay hidden during the coming hunting season.

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  7. Phil SladeOctober 8, 2013 at 12:56 PM

    Nice picture Carletta. I almost used the word "shot" there but thought better of it. No wonder the Wild Turkeys are so shy.

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  8. RedOctober 8, 2013 at 1:16 PM

    Your key phrase is I haven't seen them not to say that they haven't been around. With feeders , I wonder how many little surprises there are.

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  9. mickOctober 8, 2013 at 1:29 PM

    Great photo and very nice to have the turkeys come that close to your house.

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  10. Hootin AnniOctober 8, 2013 at 2:30 PM

    Fabulous profile of the wild turkey!! Hope he soon goes into hiding...turkey season just around the corner. ;o)

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  11. theconstantwalkerOctober 8, 2013 at 4:36 PM

    A beautiful bird to see running wild... nothing like them on my little patch.

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  12. eileeninmdOctober 8, 2013 at 5:19 PM

    They are kind of cute! What a neat backyard bird. I hope they stay safe! Have a happy week!

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  13. Karen @ Beatrice EuphemieOctober 8, 2013 at 7:13 PM

    I love all her patterned feathers! Lovely photo - I hope they stay safe! xo

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  14. LindaOctober 8, 2013 at 7:39 PM

    I would love to see a few turkeys roaming around my area, but I never do, because I live in Montreal. :) I do, however, see a couple here and there in nature parks, and I love them!

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  15. LindaOctober 8, 2013 at 7:39 PM

    I love your photo, Carletta! :)

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  16. NancyOctober 8, 2013 at 8:31 PM

    She's certainly dressed beautifully with her feathers of different colors......This is a great shot, Carletta....

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  17. Betsy Banks AdamsOctober 8, 2013 at 11:45 PM

    Great picture of the turkey, Carletta... Bet they like eating the extra bird seed on the ground...

    Hugs,
    Betsy

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  18. IndraniOctober 9, 2013 at 3:26 AM

    Hope it sees the winter this year!

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  19. EG CameraGirlOctober 9, 2013 at 7:41 AM

    Turkeys up my way seem to be getting bolder and bolder, though hunting season may turn them into shy birds again.

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  20. Karen LakisOctober 9, 2013 at 1:12 PM

    What a great shot - I've never managed to get that close. I hope she finds a good hiding place for the next couple of months!

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  21. DaveOctober 9, 2013 at 2:36 PM

    Great image Carletta

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  22. Kenneth Cole SchneiderOctober 9, 2013 at 4:42 PM

    As elusive as they can be, they sometimes show up in our son's yard in Texas.

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  23. IdaOctober 11, 2013 at 11:18 AM

    How fun to have wild turkeys in your yard. Your shot of this one is wonderful. I love the blue color of her neck.

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  24. kayerjOctober 12, 2013 at 1:38 AM

    such a proud bird. excellent shot.

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  25. AnonymousOctober 24, 2013 at 10:27 PM

    You got the pretty wild turkey compared to my newest blog of Turkeys.

    Even a close up.

    Wow!

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