Types of Vultures – By the State

  • What is a Group of Vultures Called? (All Collective Nouns)

    Turkey Vulture

    Vultures are large birds of prey that scavenge on dead animals. They have wide wingspans and distinctive bald, featherless heads. They do not have a voice box, so they can only make hissing and grunting noises. Vultures typically congregate in groups. These groups of vultures have various collective nouns, depending on where they are. The…


  • 2 Types of Vultures in Michigan  

    Most individuals find these birds unappealing or unattractive. However, their looks don’t matter.  Vultures feed on dead animals that other predators won’t touch, making them vital to our planet and ecosystem.  In Michigan, vultures can be found in open and wooded environments during the late spring and summer months. In fact, there are two distinct…


  • 2 Types of Vultures in Texas

    The Black vulture (Coragyps atratus) and the Turkey vulture (Cathartes aura) are two of thethree species of vulture that can be found in the whole of the United States, the third one being the California condor. While the condor is endangered and limited to a small range in the west, you can see the Black…


  • Vultures in Florida (2 Species with Pictures)

    Amidst impressive geographical diversity, from its many coastal shores to the wetland Everglades, Florida is home to a wide range of species. The delightful warm climate and warm water make this land ideal for a wide range of mammals, reptiles, birds and marine life. Spanning 65,758 square miles, Florida is a treasure trove for animal…