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Turkey Vulture

Cathartes aura

Photo by TamLar
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Field Notes

Description:

This is a large bird with a bare red head and black body. This bird can be seen circling effortlessly at great hight. The birds profile is very distinctive and similar to black vultures.

Habitat:

Seen near open areas and roads as it searches for carrion and injured animals.

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Turkey Vulture

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Ava T-B
I wouldn't swim under that vulture!

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PublishedNovember 8, 2013

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