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Wild Turkey in Georgia

Wild Turkey in Georgia

Meleagris gallopavo

Wild Turkey in Georgia — Quick Overview

There are 22,783 recorded sightings of Wild Turkey in Georgia, with 361 observations documented in the past 12 months. Local sightings are most frequently reported in February through May.

When to See Wild Turkey in Georgia

Most often reported in February through May.

Monthly sightings distribution for Wild Turkey in Georgia
MonthRecorded SightingsPeak Month
January1,294No
February2,068Yes
March2,746Yes
April4,242Yes
May3,352Yes
June1,939No
July1,528No
August1,169No
September1,193No
October1,191No
November0No
December0No

Compared With Other Regions

Explore how Wild Turkey sightings in Georgia compare to other North American hubs:

Huge and dark, with iridescent bronze plumage, a bare red and blue head, and a red wattle. Males also carry a hanging beard on the chest and fan out their tails when displaying. It lives in forests and woodland edges of North America, and forages on the ground for acorns, seeds and insects. Flocks roost in trees at night. Look for it at dawn on field edges, and listen for gobbling in spring.

Other Wildlife to Look for in Georgia

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to see a Wild Turkey in Georgia?

Wild Turkey is most often reported in Georgia in February through May, based on GBIF records. Reports partly reflect when more people are outdoors, so sightings in other months are possible.

Where can I see a Wild Turkey in Georgia?

There are 22,783 documented Wild Turkey records in Georgia. Parks, refuges and protected areas with suitable habitat are the best places to start; the charts above show when it's reported most.

How can I find Wild Turkey sightings near me in Georgia?

Use the WildMap app on iOS to see recent reports within 100 km from the past 7 days for free (WildMap Pro: 200 km and 30 days), and turn on alerts for sightings near you in Georgia.