Turkey Vulture Flashcards
1
Q
What kinds of regions?
A
Variety. Coastlines, shrub lands, pastures, deserts, plains, forests
2
Q
Male and female difference?
A
No much (sexual dimorphism) Females are bigger. 6ft wing
3
Q
Whats their populations consist of?
A
Serverl hundred. Some different species of vultures.
4
Q
Reproduction roles?
A
Lay eggs directly on ground. Caves buildings fallen trees
Creamy spotted
Both parents incubate for 30-40 days
Both feed 9-11 days
5
Q
Diet
A
Forage by smell. Uncommon in birds
Small to large. Preferred dead
6
Q
Fun facts?
A
Natural garbage disposal
Dedicate of feed to cool off
Defence is foul smelling regurgitated food
Lowers body temp at night to 42 becoming slightly hypothermic
7
Q
Where are turkey vultures found?
A
Cana to the southern most tip of south america
