Today is International Vulture Awareness Day. While vultures are often viewed very negatively, they play an important ecological role as scavengers. Did you know that 16 of the 23 vulture populations in the world are endangered or threatened with extinction? The two vulture species that live at ABNC are the black vulture and the turkey vulture. They are both protected by the Migratory Bird Act and are considered a species of Least Concern. In Texas, conservation efforts are designed to preserve their habitat and raise awareness about their vital role in our ecosystems. Photos courtesy of Gary Seloff
