The most widespread vulture in North America, the turkey vulture is locally called “buzzard” in many areas. A turkey vulture standing on the ground can, at a distance, resemble a wild turkey.
Turkey vultures live in a range of habitats ... They can propel this vomit up to 10 feet (3 m) away to distract and deter attackers. However, vomiting also enables these birds to quickly lighten ...