Turkey vultures have a great sense of smell. They prefer to nest in cliffs away from civilization. Groups of vultures flying upwards to gain altitude are called "kettles."
| FAST FACTS | |
|---|---|
| SCIENTIFIC NAME | CATHARTES AURA |
| WHERE IN THE WILD? | OPEN WOODLAND, FARMLAND, FOREST, RANGELAND OF NORTH AMERICA |
| WHAT'S ON THE MENU? | CARRION, MAMMALS, FRESHLY DEAD ANIMALS |
| LIFE EXPECTANCY | 25 YEARS |