River otters, Rocky Mountain elk, mule deer, Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep, beavers, Bald Eagles, Magpies, and Brown Trout in the Flaming Gorge National Recreation area.
Wild turkey are the largest game birds in North America. They have been recently re-introduced by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources into many parts of Utah. Well known for their acute senses, these birds thrive in open forests. The distinctive gobble of the male can be heard for great distances.
Season for Viewing active in daytime, year-round resident
Best Areas to View Located all along the forests of the National Scenic byway, they are frequently spotted in Sheep Creek, Little Hole and the Cedar Springs area.
Fast Facts Meleagris gallopavo. Dark iridescent bird with blue and pink bare head and red wattles. Up to 46" long.
