The most widespread vulture in North America, the turkey vulture is locally called “buzzard” in many areas. A turkey vulture standing on the ground can, at a distance, resemble a wild turkey.

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A boat captain said he came across a pile of turkey vultures that were stranded out on the gulf, so he decided to stop his ship and help.