Is the red dangly thing on a turkey called a beard?

hello, thank you for your inquiry on the dangly thing on a turkey, otherwise known as a lietenant J. Dangle. To answer your question correctly and in the most scientific way possible, YES, the dangly thing under the turkey's chin piece that resembles a naked ball satchel is in fact called a beard. We here at answers dot com appreciate any and all turkey related questions, especially those pertaining to turkey beards.