Chiricahua National Monument, Arizona – A dramatic clash between two wild turkeys was caught on video as the birds battled for supremacy on the monument grounds.

The male turkeys engaged in a traditional fight known as neck wrestling. Using their beaks, they grappled and twisted at each other’s heads in a struggle that can sometimes last for days.

These fights are typically sparked by competition over a potential mate or to establish alpha status among the group.

With turkey activity currently at its peak, officials say these scenes are not uncommon at Chiricahua.

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