When discussing Turkey behavior and habits, we need to take subspecies and locale in account, for the distinct differences between them have significant impact. If you take time to ask fellow hunters for their observations, you will find many that are surprising. Though not based in scientific fact they may be very helpful. The following are a few of those I have heard.
"Turkeys roost in trees at night flying down in the morning around dawn and back up for the night late afternoon until dusk. Some folks believe trees along ridges are their preference."
"Turkeys don't like to cross water."
"Turkeys don't like thickets. They prefer open areas which they can see danger's approach easily."
"Turkeys tend to walk uphill and fly downhill as walking down hill is difficult for them."
Many of these observations are based in fact, while others are dubious at best. Taking this information in account is could practice for a bowhunter pursuing Turkey, but by no means should you base your strategy on any one of these observations. Your best tactic for preparation to bowhunt Turkey is to learn everything you possibly can about them before hand.
Reproductive Habits Habitat Requirememts and Preferences General Habitat Info For Particular Subspecies
