TURKEY VULTURE

SPECIES: Cathartes aura

STATUS: Least Concern

HABITAT: Open to semi-open subtropical, scrublands, deserts, and grasslands.

DIET: The Turkey Vulture mostly feeds on carrion, but has been observed feeding on insects and some vegetation.

Turkey Vulture flying.

GENERAL:  With an impressive wingspan of six feet, the Turkey Vulture can be seen flying overhead in wide sweeping circles looking for recently deceased animals to feed upon. Unlike its cousin the Black Vulture, the Turkey Vulture does not look for live prey.

*Photos attributed to: Holly L.