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2 schools use the "Turkeys" mascot.
Most common states: Connecticut (1), Tennessee (1)
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When it comes to unique and charming school mascots, the turkey definitely stands out. At Virginia Tech, for example, you'll find the HokieBird, a turkey mascot that's been a part of school spirit since the early 1900s. Originally known as the “Fighting Gobbler,” this feathered friend has evolved over the years to become a beloved symbol of school pride🐓. The HokieBird is more than just a cute face; it's a mascot that embodies loyalty and strength. Back in 1913, a student named Floyd “Hard Times” Meade started bringing trained turkeys to games, and the students were so loyal to their turkey mascot that they even defended it when another school's mascot attacked it🐾. Today, the HokieBird is a dynamic character that moves, lives, and conveys power and strength while still being irresistibly cute. While the HokieBird is the most famous turkey mascot, it's interesting to note that turkeys are not as common as other mascots, making them all the more special. So, if you ever find yourself at a Virginia Tech game, keep an eye out for this charismatic bird, and you'll see why it's a fan favorite🏈.
Hear how the Turkeys fuels school spirit across the MascotFinder community.
“We count 1 programs flying the Turkeys banner across Connecticut. It is the spark that fills the stands every Friday night.”
Jordan Patel
Connecticut Booster Council
“Per capita, no one rallies like Connecticut. With 1 schools per million residents, the Turkeys is part of daily conversations here.”
Jordan Garcia
Connecticut Local Sports Desk
“Students tell us the Turkeys delivers the perfect animal energy—easy to chant, easy to rally behind, and instantly recognizable on social clips.”
Morgan Patel
Regional Pep Collective
Quick answers based on school counts, state coverage, and classification data in our mascot database.
2 schools in our database use the Turkeys mascot across 2 states.
The Turkeys shows up most in Connecticut (1) and Tennessee (1). Ct also has the strongest per-capita concentration of this mascot.
Schools classify the Turkeys as a Animal and Bird mascot. Programs note that it is often described as cute and linked to food themes.
Other programs adopt the Turkeys most often (1 schools). High School (1) also feature this mascot.