Despite appearance, turkey vultures have a purpose, too
By A Mystery Man Writer
Last updated 05 Jul 2024
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Turkey vultures, great in flight, do some of nature's dirty work on the ground.
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A Profound Look at an Overlooked Bird - American Birding Association
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Yesterday Was A Turkey Vulture Kind Of Day – Feathered Photography
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