Turkey Vulture – 4/11/11

Observer: Paul Lauenstein

Observation Date: 4/11/11

Observation Time: 6:10 p.m.

Observation Location: Gavins Pond

Common Name: Turkey Vulture

Scientific Name: Cathartes aura

Comments: Turkey vultures are gliders. They ride thermal updrafts, so they rarely need to flap their wings.

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