The flight feathers are a silvery gray. Turkey Vultures can be seen everywhere in the Point Reyes National Seashore and on Hawk Hill just about any time of year. Look for the large dark bird with the unsteady flight. Early in the morning they can be seen stretching their wings, gathering the morning sun. Turkey Vultures don't build a nest but lay their eggs on the ground or in a hollow stump.
Turkey vultures are carrion eaters.
They find their food with a keen sense of smell. Turkey Vultures are different from the other raptors. Turkey Vultures are more closely related to storks than to the other raptors. The flight feathers are a silvery gray. Turkey vultures have nearly featherless heads.