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Black Vultures
Coragyps atratus
29.5922, -94.9934
Field Notes
Description:
The Black Vulture is a fairly large bird of prey, measuring 56–74 cm (22–29 in) in length, with a 1.33–1.67 m (52–66 in) wingspan. Its plumage is mainly glossy black. The head and neck are featherless and the skin is dark gray and wrinkled. The iris of the eye is brown and has a single incomplete row of eyelashes on the upper lid and two rows on the lower lid.
Habitat:
Upper Texas Coast (UTC) 079 PINE GULLY PARK: This multi-use facility offers another view of Galveston Bay, and the trees within the park are worth inspecting for migrant landbirds. The wetland has been restored within this park, and should be checked for waterbirds.
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Black Vulture
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PublishedMarch 14, 2013
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