What’s bald and toothless, has two stomachs, sprints like Usain Bolt, and earned the undying respect of Benjamin Franklin? And should we care? Answer: Meleagris gallopavo, or wild turkey, a bird with secrets to share.

An ungainly foursome recently cruised our yard—one quirky photo-op.

I edged outside with my Lumix; they raced away. [Read more…]