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Lappet-faced
vultures are found throughout Africa. They are usually solitary or
live in pairs. They build their nests at the tops of tall trees. Most
of their diet is carrion, dead animals. Because of their large size,
other types of vultures often let them eat first at a carcass. Their
featherless heads and necks help them to keep clean because they can
shake off any sticky remains of their meals. The scavenging behavior
of the lappet-faced vultures helps break down and recycle animal matter. |
