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Turkey vulture - Cathartes aura Part of a raptor exhibit during Schotse Dagen in Ooidonk, Aug 2013. Belgium,Cathartes aura,Geotagged,Summer,Turkey vulture Click/tap to enlarge Promoted

Turkey vulture - Cathartes aura

Part of a raptor exhibit during Schotse Dagen in Ooidonk, Aug 2013.

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    Amazing! My favorite bird <3. Posted one year ago
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      Happy to show it then ;-) Posted one year ago
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    So clear and crisp Posted one year ago
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      Thanks! Posted one year ago

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The Turkey vulture

The turkey vulture is the most widespread of the New World vultures. One of three species in the genus "Cathartes" of the family Cathartidae, the turkey vulture ranges from southern Canada to the southernmost tip of South America. It inhabits a variety of open and semi-open areas, including subtropical forests, shrublands, pastures, and deserts.

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Similar species: Diurnal Birds Of Prey
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By Patomarazul

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Uploaded Jan 16, 2022. Captured Aug 17, 2013 16:17 in Ooidonkdreef 9, 9800 Deinze, Belgium.
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  • SP-820UZ
  • f/5.7
  • 10/10000s
  • ISO400
  • 160mm
Captured in the summer. More summer photos.