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I and the Bird: What is a Vulture?

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Large species, like the hatchet-billed Lapped-faced Vulture or the large Cape Vulture gets first dips, because they are the only species that can tear open the hides of some of the larger prey animals. Bringing Griffon Vultures into Cyprus – Dan Rhoads, 10,000 Birds. Reuppell’s Vulture , photo by Adam Riley.

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The Nonessential Whooping Crane

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Fourth Whooping Crane This Winter Shot Animal Rights vs Conservation in Cyprus Tennessee Crane Hunt Tabled for 2 Years! Her writing is based on keen observation of animal and human behavior, and she likes to interweave solid natural history information with larger philosophical themes to challenge and inspire the reader.

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