South Elmwood in Providence in Providence County, Rhode Island — The American Northeast (New England)
Wild Turkey
Meleagris gallopavo
— Least Concern —
Diet: Mostly plant material, also insects, crabs, snakes, and frogs
Range: The continental US, Canada, and Mexico
Conservation Note:
During the early 1900s the wild turkey population declined significantly due to hunting and habitat loss.
After a series of reintroduction programs, the population has almost reached pre-colonial levels.
Did you know…
Ben Franklin preferred the turkey over the bald eagle as our national symbol.
Erected by Roger Williams Park Zoo.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Animals • Environment • Patriots & Patriotism.
Location. 41° 47.256′ N, 71° 25.06′ W. Marker is in Providence, Rhode Island, in Providence County. It is in South Elmwood. Marker can be reached from FC Greene Memorial Boulevard south of Hawthorne Avenue, on the right when traveling south. This marker is on the grounds of Roger Williams Park Zoo. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence RI 02905, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. A different marker also named Wild Turkey (here, next to this marker); Golden Eagle (here, next to this marker); Bald Eagle
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Credits. This page was last revised on May 7, 2023. It was originally submitted on May 7, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 46 times since then and 7 times this year. Last updated on May 7, 2023, by Bradley Owen of Morgantown, West Virginia. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 7, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.
