Suitable undisturbed roosting trees critical. Yearlong, diurnal activity. Territory has been reported as the vicinity of a female. Precocial young may fly short distance into roost tree by 1 wk. Female and brood may remain together until spring, occasionally mixing with other broods.
Males remain in separate flocks.
Effect of introduction of turkey on native species is unknown. Susceptible to human disturbance. Ravens, crows, skunks, and various snakes prey on eggs. Bobcats, foxes, and domestic dogs are among predators of young and adult. Seasonal movements and activities of wild turkey gobblers in Alabama.