Native American Turkey Wingbone Calls

Object/Artifact

Wild Turkey Archives

Native American turkey calls made from the radius bones of a wild turkey wing

Name/Title

Native American Turkey Wingbone Calls

Entry/Object ID

NATH001A0002

Description

These Native American artifacts are likely turkey calls made from the radius bones taken from a wild turkey's wings. The aperture of the radius bone and inside diameter of the bone is such that when air is drawn through the bone by means of suction, it reproduces clucks and yelps reminiscent of the wild turkey's language.

Collection

Danny Ellis Collection

Cataloged By

Brent Rogers

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Date Examined

Jan 25, 2026

Created By

Brent@awthf.org

Create Date

January 25, 2026

Updated By

Brent@awthf.org

Update Date

January 25, 2026