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Why Do Turkey Vultures Have A Hole In Their Head?

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Head of a turkey vulture . The hole above the bird’s beak protects its nares (nostrils), during eating — thus safeguarding the bird’s powerful sense of smell. Do juvenile turkey vultures have feathers on their head? Vultures have long, hooked bills that are designed for tearing pieces of food. Vultures lack feathers on their heads … Read more

What Vultures Live In The Desert?

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Vultures are considered an “ indicator species ” because they exist at the end of the food chain. Thus, scientists are able to study vultures and monitor the health of the environment. The sonoran desert region is home to two species of vultures: the turkey vulture and the black vulture . Can vultures survive in … Read more