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Turkey Vulture
Cathartes aura
35.0715, -111.528
Field Notes
Description:
Scavenger bird with a strong sense of smell that feeds on carrion. Adults of this species have a red featherless head as opposed to the black head of the black vulture found in the area as well.
Habitat:
Large and varied
Notes:
This group of about 8-10 were feeding on a large dead catfish that had floated up on shore. There were also 3-4 ravens that were being chased off from the carcass!
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PublishedJuly 14, 2013
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