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Buzzards, scientifically known as black or turkey vultures, on a light pole. “They’re no more similar than a horse and a cow,” Ruth said. Turkey vultures are federally protected because they ...
The black vulture (Coragyps atratus) [6] has a large, jet-black body, short black tail, white primary patches, and whitish legs. They live within open habitats but along the edges of forests . The length of their bodies is 59–74 cm, with a wingspan of 141–160 cm and weight of between 1.7 and 2.3 kg.
Turkey vulture. The New World vultures are not closely related to Old World vultures, but superficially resemble them because of convergent evolution. Like the Old World vultures, they are scavengers. However, unlike Old World vultures, which find carcasses by sight, New World vultures have a good sense of smell with which they locate carcasses.
Like the Old World vultures, they are scavengers. However, unlike Old World vultures, which find carcasses by sight, New World vultures have a good sense of smell with which they locate carcasses. Two species have been recorded in South Carolina. Black vulture, Coragyps atratus; Turkey vulture, Cathartes aura
The family Anatidae includes the ducks and most duck-like waterfowl, such as geese and swans. These birds are adapted to an aquatic existence with webbed feet, bills which are flattened to a greater or lesser extent, and feathers that are excellent at shedding water due to special oils. Black-bellied whistling-duck, Dendrocygna autumnalis
Like the Old World vultures, they are scavengers, however, unlike Old World vultures, which find carcasses by sight, New World vultures have a good sense of smell with which they locate carcasses. Two species have been recorded in Vermont. Black vulture, Coragyps atratus; Turkey vulture, Cathartes aura
The black vulture is aggressive when feeding and may chase the slightly larger turkey vulture from carcasses. [49] The black vulture also occasionally feeds on livestock or deer. It is the only species of New World vulture which preys on cattle. It occasionally harasses cows giving birth, but primarily preys on newborn calves, lambs, and piglets.
Male ducks can be aggressive with each other and Jerry has been seen breaking up squabbles. Jerry's preferences might be a little unusual but he's happy and thriving with his chosen duck family ...