@birds.wildlife.nature: Legends say its tail 'eyes' bring good fortune. The Ocellated Turkey (Meleagris ocellata) is a strikingly colorful bird native to the Yucatán Peninsula in Mexico, northern Belize, and Guatemala. Unlike its more familiar relative, the Wild Turkey (Meleagris gallopavo), the Ocellated Turkey has vibrant plumage with iridescent blue and green feathers, eye-like spots (ocelli) on its tail, and a distinctive blue head with orange-red nodules. Males also have a fleshy blue crown and a tail fan with bold, eye-catching patterns. This species inhabits tropical forests and feeds on seeds, fruits, and insects. It is smaller than the Wild Turkey and known for its unique courtship displays. Due to habitat loss and hunting, the Ocellated Turkey is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN. Conservation efforts are crucial to protect this visually stunning bird. #ocellatedturkey #birds #DidYouKnow

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