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Looks like a turkey vulture to me :)
I used to volunteer at a wildlife refuge doing rehabilition. We had a few turkey vultures that couldn't be released. If they get upset, they vomit as some sort of defense mechanism!
Neighbors of mine would, ummm, utilize roadkill to feed their family and we'd often see a few flocking in their trees. They are really harmless towards humans; they'd much rather fly away than confront or attack you. And as others have stated, they really do play an important part in the natural life cycle.
It's funny: there are two towns in NJ who have differing views on turkey vultures. One town in Burlington Co. gets distressed because a flock/colony likes to take up residence on one of the Churches. A town in Gloucester Co. LOVES the birds and holds a parade/festival in their honor! If I can find some links I'll share them.
Interesting photos, for sure!
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Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened. ~ Anatole France
Pickle, Golden-winged parakeet (brotogeris). DOH 3/22/08.
Beetle, Peach-faced lovebird (agapornis). 8/6/05 - 8/28/07. Always in my heart.
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