ST. JOHN’S, N.L. — Turkeys are strutting through the streets of St. John’s, N.L., where officials remain baffled by the sudden appearance of a species that is not native to the province. Officials say no permits have been issued for the release of wild turkeys, which are typically smaller and darker than their domesticated cousins. Bill Montevecchi, a bird specialist at Memorial University in St. John’s, thinks the turkeys are domestic escapees. Montevecchi said attempts to introduce other birds like ring-necked pheasants have been unsuccessful, but the wandering turkey escapees may prove an exception.

Source: National Post October 25, 2018 17:03 UTC