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Wild Turkeys Terrorize Janesville, Prompting Relocation Talks

1/30/2026

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In Janesville, Wisconsin, aggressive wild turkeys block traffic, chase postal workers, and target children.
Lawrence Meyer, a Janesville resident, captured footage of birds chasing a postal worker and his eight-year-old son.
Wildlife biologist Jason Cotter said aggression is rare but can occur in cities and advised residents to appear larger.
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is considering relocation if conditions don't improve, and Meyer has a petition with 70 signatures.

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Story summary

In Janesville, Wisconsin, aggressive wild turkeys block traffic, chase postal workers, and target children.
Lawrence Meyer, a Janesville resident, captured footage of birds chasing a postal worker and his eight-year-old son.
Wildlife biologist Jason Cotter said aggression is rare but can occur in cities and advised residents to appear larger.
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is considering relocation if conditions don't improve, and Meyer has a petition with 70 signatures.