Turkeys are shockingly fast! If you've ever watched them gingerly, slowly, almost sedately strut around you might be surprised to learn that some leaner domestic turkeys can run at speeds in excess of 25 miles per hour (40 kmh). Pretty athletic performance from what looks to be a large and chubby bird. This speed can make them difficult to contain (or get away from!) if they escape an enclosure. This is another good reason why all of your enclosures must be escape proof: you'll have little chance of catching a turkey if it gets out, unless you're an Olympic sprinter!