Vile Vultures

Vultures fly over our farm daily.  They are continually looking for food, carrion.

Usually a single bird is seen circling high overhead; most notably perceived by Buddy first.  I frequently see him running off, at full speed eyes gazing high in the sky, in chase mode.

Vultures are huge birds.  Their size alone is quite scary; now, add the fiendish head - terrifying!

one vulture...

When I notice that their numbers increase from one to eight or more, I know there is a dead animal nearby.

two vultures...

three vultures!

Once in while I observe them sunning, perched on a tree branch or a fence post.  Their dark wings are completely outstretched; looking even more ominous.

I have to admit…vultures are not my favorite bird species. Even the bright red head (and I often mention how much I adore color) does not win me over.