The Turkey Vulture is a large soaring bird that feeds on carrion - TopicsExpress



          

The Turkey Vulture is a large soaring bird that feeds on carrion (the dead and rotting body of an animal). The wingspan extends to 170-178 cm (67-70 in). During the hot weather, turkey vultures will defecate on their feet to cool them off. Since a vultures digestive juices kill bacteria--which is why vultures dont get sick from eating rotten meat--defecating on their legs might even work as an antiseptic wash. If a turkey vulture is disturbed or harassed, it will throw up on the animal who is bothering it. Vulture vomit is an effective predator repellent.
Posted on: Sat, 09 Aug 2014 16:29:46 +0000

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