Traveling has led us to see some of the world’s greatest creations. From states and countries and down to animals, we have experienced it all.
It’s interesting, though, that one animal is absent from a particular corner of the world right here in Massachusetts.
Turkeys have a way of making their presence known in the strangest ways. It’s not unusual to spot one or more while driving down a busy street. Often, they can be seen causing traffic as they aimlessly wander through the roads.
As strange as spotting a rafter (that’s the actual word for it) of wild turkeys may seem, they are one of the most popular birds in Massachusetts. They are not just a holiday symbol but a widespread part of our natural landscape.
Yet in Massachusetts, there is one location where you will never find a turkey, and that’s on Nantucket.
The island has a lot to offer and plenty of wildlife to encounter, but your chances of spotting a turkey among them is nonexistent.
As beautiful as Nantucket is, the Massachusetts island simply lacks suitable habitation for these birds. They thrive in forested and agricultural habitats while also existing in suburban areas.
While the Massachusetts wild turkey population is estimated at around 30,000, this lone island is not the place to be during hunting season.
It’s a fascinating tidbit you might only consider once you travel throughout Nantucket.
With this in mind, it seems only fitting to address Nantucket as an island filled with beaches, beautiful views, great food and without a wild turkey in sight.
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