Maine Turkey Crashes Through Bedroom Window For Nap

KENNEBUNK, ME — A Maine turkey busted through a homeowner's bedroom window Thursday morning, seemingly in search of a nap. The break-in happened Thursday morning in Kennebunk, according to police. The animal apparently kicked open a glass window, sending shards flying to the floor, and knocked out the screen.

"This peeping 'Tom' took it one step further and forcibly entered the house," Kennebunk police wrote on their Facebook account.

The animal then hopped up on the bed and admired itself in a mirror.

Wild turkeys are relatively common in New England and the animals are known to sometimes exhibit aggressive behavior toward people. There was a group of turkeys who harassed a Cape Cod mailman so frequently in 2015 that he had to arm himself with a prodder to keep them at bay.

And police in Brookline, Massachusetts, frequently deal with reports of aggressive turkeys, including some involving the animals trying to claw at people's faces.

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• More Wild Turkey Attacks in Brookline
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Wildlife officials in Massachusetts provided these tips for dealing with aggressive turkeys:

• "Don't feed turkeys—Keep wild things wild! Feeding, whether direct or indirect, can cause turkeys to act tame and may lead to bold or aggressive behavior, especially in the breeding season.
• Keep bird feeder areas clean—Use feeders designed to keep seed off the ground, as the seed attracts turkeys and other wild animals. Clean up spilled seed from other types of feeders daily. Remove feeders in the spring, as there is plenty of natural food available for all birds.
• Don't let turkeys intimidate you—Don't hesitate to scare or threaten a bold, aggressive turkey with loud noises, swatting with a broom or water sprayed from a hose. A dog on a leash is also an effective deterrent.
• Cover windows or other reflective objects—If a turkey is pecking at a shiny object such as a vehicle or window, cover or otherwise disguise the object. Harass the bird by chasing it, squirting with a hose or other means of aggression.
• Protect your gardens and crops—You can harass turkeys searching for food in your gardens. Dogs tethered on a run can also be effective in scaring turkeys away from gardens. Netting is another option to employ. In agricultural situations, some scare devices are effective."

Photo credits: Kennebunk Police Department