Blog · Nov 27, 2024

Turkey Facts to Gobble While You Blaze This Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving isn’t just about feasting on turkey and arguing over who mashed the potatoes better. It’s also the perfect time to light up, chill out, and dive into some seriously wild turkey trivia. Whether you're rolling one pre-dinner or puffing away during the post-pie lull, these turkey facts by Best Buds Dispensary will make you the most interesting person at the table. Let’s talk turkey.

1. Turkeys Have Better Vision Than You

With eyesight three times sharper than 20/20 vision and a 270-degree field of view, turkeys would absolutely slay at hide-and-seek. Plus, they see in color, so they’d totally appreciate your stash’s vibrant packaging.

2. Space Turkeys Are a Thing

Astronauts on Apollo 11 brought freeze-dried turkey to the moon. So, turkeys are literally out of this world. Pair that with some space cake, and you’re golden.

3. Poop- Turkey's Gender Reveal Party

A turkey’s poop shape reveals its gender—spiral for males, J-shaped for females. Weird? Yes. Necessary Thanksgiving trivia? Also a hell yes.

4. Turkeys Were First Domesticated in Mexico

Thats right. Turkeys are not from the country Turkey despite the name. The turkey you’re eating traces its roots back to ancient Aztecs, who domesticated them over 2,000 years ago. Talk about ancient munchies.

5. That Dangly Snood Is Basically a Mood Ring

The snood—the fleshy bit that dangles over a turkey’s beak—changes color depending on the bird's mood. Feeling calm? Blue. Feisty? Red. Nervous? White. Why are turkeys generally portrayed as having a red snood you ask? You'd have a red one too if someone was trying to catch you for dinner. Too bad humans can't do that, it would make dating easier.

6. A Group of Turkeys is not a "flock"

While most people think it’s a “flock,” the official term for a group of turkeys is a “rafter.”

7. Turkeys Can Fly- FAST

Wild turkeys can fly up to 55 mph for short distances. Domestic turkeys, though? They’re too heavy for lift-off—kind of like you after the third helping of pie.

8. Turkeys Have No Teeth

Instead of chewing, turkeys swallow rocks that sit in their gizzard to grind up food. Think of it as nature’s version of a grinder—but for food, not herb.

9. Turkeys Have Unique Features

A turkey’s resting heart rate is about 93 beats per minute. Get them running (or chased by a stoner with munchies), and it skyrockets to over 400 bpm. Turkeys can also shut down half their brain while keeping one eye open. Perfect for keeping watch—especially if your Thanksgiving leftovers are at risk.

10. Turkey Talk

Only male turkeys (toms) gobble! Female turkeys (hens) are more discreet, making clucking and chirping sounds instead. So when you hear that iconic "gobble, gobble" around Thanksgiving, it's a dude turkey showing off. Turkey gobbles are so unique that it can even be used to identify individual turkeys. They're like the bird world’s personal ringtone.

On this Green Wednesday, spark up some fun conversations with these turkey tidbits. Whether you're puffing on a pre-roll or just here for the snacks, one thing’s for sure: turkeys are way cooler than they get credit for. So, pass the gravy, the cranberry sauce, and maybe even the lighter. Happy Thanksgiving from your local Best Buds Dispensary! www.bestbudsco.com

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