About the Ocellated Turkey
The ocellated turkey is a species of turkey residing primarily in the Yucatán Peninsula, Mexico, as well as in parts of Belize and Guatemala. A relative of the North American wild turkey, it was sometimes previously considered in a genus of its own (Agriocharis), but the differences between the two turkeys are currently considered too small to justify generic segregation. It is a relatively large bird, at around 70–122 cm (28–48 in) long and an average weight of 3 kg (6.6 lb) in females and 5 kg (11 lb) in males.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Galliformes |
| Family | Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies (Phasianidae) |
| Species | Meleagris ocellata |
| Species Codes | ocetur1, OCTU |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Ocellated Turkey belong to?
The Ocellated Turkey (Meleagris ocellata) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
What is the conservation status of the Ocellated Turkey?
The Ocellated Turkey is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Ocellated Turkey?
The ocellated turkey is a species of turkey residing primarily in the Yucatán Peninsula, Mexico, as well as in parts of Belize and Guatemala. A relative of the North American wild turkey, it was sometimes previously considered in a genus of its own (Agriocharis), but the differences between the two ...
Where can I report a Ocellated Turkey sighting?
You can log sightings of Ocellated Turkey on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ocetur1, or on iNaturalist.
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