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Turkeys Take Over Denver: Caution Urged for Drivers

4/3/2026

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  • Turkeys are increasingly spotted across the Denver metro area, including downtown.
  • Greenwood Village police report turkeys wandering streets, with males aggressive during mating season in April and May.
  • Colorado Parks and Wildlife advises residents to keep their distance and not handle the birds.
  • Drivers should be cautious of sudden turkey crossings.
  • The rise in sightings may reflect a 1980s reintroduction program, now totaling over 35,000 turkeys in Colorado.