The dangling skin under a turkey’s neck is called a snood. This elongated piece of skin is unique to male turkeys and can vary in length.
The snood serves a few purposes. During mating season, it can become engorged with blood and elongate, which is thought to attract female turkeys. The size and color of the snood can indicate the health and genetic fitness of a male turkey, making it an important feature during courtship. Additionally, the snood may play a role in regulating temperature and communication among turkeys.