Here's why:
* Common nouns refer to general, non-specific people, places, or things.
* Proper nouns are specific names of people, places, or things.
Since "turkey" refers to a type of bird, and not a specific individual bird, it is a common noun.
Here's why:
* Common nouns refer to general, non-specific people, places, or things.
* Proper nouns are specific names of people, places, or things.
Since "turkey" refers to a type of bird, and not a specific individual bird, it is a common noun.