North America | If Benjamin Franklin had his way, the national bird of the United States would have been the turkey. Turkeys are polygamous birds who have many partners over their lifespans. Pairs of males sometimes court in groups with one dominant bird. This is advantageous for less dominant turkeys because they have a greater chance at getting the attention of females. . . . . . . . #animalsofinstagram #animalplanet #animaloftheday #wild #wildlife #outdoors #animals #wildanimals #conservation #nature #animallovers #instanature #wildgeography #wildlifeonearth #northamerica #animalsofnorthamerica #turkey