The Turkey Vulture is not one of the most attractive birds. Some may find them downright ugly…having a featherless Red Head.

These large Eagle like in size birds can often be seen along roadways or riding the thermals in a circular pattern…while tilting from side to side. Inflight they tuck their heads in close to their body…almost looking headless.

They use their keen sense of smell to locate carrion which is the main food source. So your unlikely never to see one in your back yards.

Beauty is in the Eye of the Beholder.

Only a face a mother could love…the Turkey Vulture defiantly isn’t one of the prettiest birds.

Being Eagle like in size when seen perched or soaring, you quickly recognise that it’s a Vulture by the red head.

These birds like to nest in old abandoned barns…perhaps one day I’ll find a nest site.