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Bird Exhibition

The world’s only wingless bird is the kiwi of New Zealand. The most yolks ever found in a single chicken’s egg is nine. The American turkey vulture helps human engineers detect cracked or broken underground fuel pipes. The leaking fuel … Continue reading →

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6 Curiosities about the Turkey Vulture

* The Turkey Vulture uses its sense of smell to locate carrion. The part of its brain responsible for processing smells is particularly large, compared to other birds. Its heightened ability to detect odors allows it to find dead animals … Continue reading →

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