November 23, 2023
Turkeys do more than gobble. They have 28 distinct sounds, including cluck, purr, cackle, and a three-note kee kee run call they use to find lost chicks.
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Why Do We Eat Turkey on Thanksgiving?
As celebrated in the United States, the holiday of Thanksgiving usually revolves around a bountiful meal. Typical dishes include bread stuffing, potatoes, cranberry sauce, pumpkin pie, and, above all, turkey. How did turkey become the centerpiece of this feast? It is often assumed that today’s
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