Turkey Vulture

Description: Animal Species: Birds

Newest Review: ... food. Because they don't sweat, the other reason is to cool itself off when the heat gets to be too much. Another defense from bacteria is known as the horaltic pose, and Turkey Vultures are often seen standing about in a sunny spot holding this pose with their wings spread. They use the heat of the sun not only to dry off wings after a messy meal, or to warm their bodies, but they ... more

... literally bake off bacteria! Perhaps this seemingly reverent pose directed towards the sun, along with their amazing soaring ability, is why they have such a close association with solar energy and sun deities. They are often viewed as unclean animals because...more

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Turkey Vulture: Who Sings Now?: A poetic discussion of Creature Teachers (3664 words)
by - written on 19/05/08 (Very useful, 286 readings)
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T'wixt fiery Sun and empty Sands a potent shadow soars. Boldly this Singer comes to teach us of Life's grand score... "I was given no voice with which to sing, yet my lessons are inevitable, vital as the Spring! Life... Death ... Rebirth... Actions speak louder than any words! No matter your position, someone is bound to have it better, and others... far worse! Do you see the energy inherent in all things? I will teach you to understand, direct and properly ... Read the complete review

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