Turkey Talk: Wild Turkey Biology

Host Dr. Susan explores wild turkeys, blending field observations with expert interviews to reveal their behavior, population trends, and close ties to the hunting community. The episode features a conversation with a wild turkey biologist, a discussion with a female turkey hunter about her family tradition, and reflections on conservation challenges. Note: the next episode (in two weeks) will be Part 2 on turkeys, about the domestication and cultural role of turkeys. *Featured interview: Dr. Michael Chamberlain, known as the Wild Turkey Doc, from the University of Georgia; Dr. Chaberlain is a leading expert in wild turkey biology. Find out more – https://wildturkeylab.com/ Content note – this episode features descriptions of turkey hunting, and male turkeys fighting. It also includes a traditional country song with a very light swearword.