- Larger in size compared to females.
- Has a prominent snood (the fleshy growth above the beak) that is usually red, blue, or white.
- Has longer and more pointed tail feathers.
- Produces gobbling sounds, especially during mating season.
- Has spurs on the back of the legs.
Female turkey (Hen):
- Smaller in size compared to males.
- Has a smaller and less noticeable snood.
- Has shorter and rounded tail feathers.
- Produces clucking sounds.
- Lacks spurs on the legs.
- Responsible for laying eggs and incubating them until they hatch.