Vultures have an image problem. Seen as ugly and associated with death, they are among the least loved animals in the world.

Old habits die hard. It’s been some time since I equated the Hebrew term nesher with the English “eagle.” I’ve learned that ...

The Berks County commissioners on Thursday adopted an agreement with the federal Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant ...

In flight it has both the size and color of a golden eagle, but the angle of the wings and, often, a slight wobble in its flight, give it away. Turkey vultures are common across Wyoming when they ...

The black vulture has a quicker, shallow flap, shorter tail, and obvious white patches at the base of the primaries on its shorter, broader wings. The zone-tailed hawk and golden eagle will mimic ...

Vultures play a critical role in the environment, cleaning up carcasses and acting as nature’s garbagemen. However, black vultures (Cathartes aura) are unique among New World vultures in that they are ...