You've pretty much got it: it conveys information about her age, health, sex, etc. to other turkeys. It's rare but not unheard of for a hen to have a beard. That's how she ended up with a male name.
Wow! a cross dressing turkey, turkey...dressing...
No really, I thought you just stuck one of your hair extensions on her you naughty fellow! That would explain why she is pissed in the photo. I had no idea Tito had you know, hair! whoa!
I find I'm getting a few under my chin Tito and i just pull them out, but on you it works. Seriously. You strut hunny!
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We Are Not Amused!
Seriously, It's a good thing turkey's aren't 20 feet tall (well, anymore-- they are descended from dinosaurs).
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What got him so upset?
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Birdchick has Disapproving Rabbits on her blog, but this is totally a Disapproving Turkey!
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so awesome.
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No really, I thought you just stuck one of your hair extensions on her you naughty fellow! That would explain why she is pissed in the photo. I had no idea Tito had you know, hair! whoa!
I find I'm getting a few under my chin Tito and i just pull them out, but on you it works. Seriously. You strut hunny!