Wild turkeys are chasing postal workers, blocking traffic, and attacking adults and children in the town of Janesville, Wisc. At first, the residents thought the turkeys were fun to watch, but now they’ve become not only a nuisance, but scary. So far, they’ve chased after the mailman, blocked traffic, and have become downright aggressive. Jason Cotter, a wildlife biologist with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources said the situation is unusual. While wild turkeys flock together during the winter, Cotter says this group is more aggressive than usual. He went on to explain that birds naturally gravitate toward urban areas because it’s easier for them to get food, and aggressive behavior is how they assert their dominance. He recommends residents make themselves look bigger to assert dominance and combat the aggressive turkeys. The Department of Natural Resources said it has contacted USDA Wildlife Services about the situation, and if it doesn't get better, they can remove the birds and relocate them.
