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Friday, August 22, 2008
posted by Laura Guerard | 12:52 PM
Q: What is a Wild Turkey's beard made out of - is it feathers?

A: A Wild Turkey's breast "beard" consists of modified, hair-like feathers that are made up of horny filaments.


 

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