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Raptors (Hawks, Eagles, Falcons, Osprey and Vultures)

Raptors are king of the birds for me. They represent strength, stark beauty and resolve. I especially love the strong beaks and determined looks. In all their strength, they are still vulnerable to the angry smaller birds that feel threatened by their presence and attack them. I'm sure it's only a nuisance for them, but they relent and move on.
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Turkey Vulture sitting on fence drying his feathers along south side of Henry's Lake in Idaho. August 8, 2013. (Vultures are not raptors, actually they are more closely related to storks).
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Turkey Vulture sitting on fence drying his feathers along south side of Henry's Lake in Idaho. August 8, 2013. (Vultures are not raptors, actually they are more closely related to storks).

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  • Turkey Vulture sitting on fence drying his feathers along south side of Henry's Lake in Idaho. August 8, 2013. (Vultures are not raptors, actually they are more closely related to storks).
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