PHOTOS: Wild Turkey Sightings in Teaneck

Readers have reported a series of recent wild turkey sightings around Teaneck.

The birds have spotted around Teaneck Road, East Cedar Lane and Warren Parkway over the past several months.

While the turkeys might stand out in Teaneck, they're common across New Jersey, according to the state Division of Fish and Wildlife.

"There is now an abundance of wild turkeys throughout the state with turkeys found wherever there is suitable habitat. Even in South Jersey, where wild turkeys had been struggling just a few years ago, intensive restoration efforts have improved population numbers significantly. The population is estimated at 20,000 - 23,000 with an annual harvest of more than 3,000," the wildlife agency's website says.

In fact, biologists reintroduced wild turkeys to New Jersey in 1977, according to the state.

Have you spotted any turkeys in Teaneck? If so, where? What other unusual wildlife have you seen around town? Send photos to teaneck@patch.com

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