As the photographer approaches to within a few yards, the bird squats lower and hisses . The photographer reaches into his knapsack for his camera. He steadies it, makes the proper adjustments, and prepares to release the shutter. Before the photographer can shoot, he stands stiffly, a horrified expression pasting his face. The Turkey Vulture is distinguished by its bald red head and in flight, by the silvery coloration on the undersides of the wings.
Vultures are primarily scavengers, feeding on dead animals.
As you drive along the Main Park Road, notice how they often soar nearly evenly-spaced from each other, sometimes miles apart. When a vulture sees or smells food, others may be watching and may move in that direction. Soon, a large group of vultures may be circling gracefully over a carcass. Turkey Vultures seem better able to locate food, but once food is found, the more aggressive Black Vultures usually appear and drive the Turkey Vultures off.