So why did the Caracara to fly away? The appearance of an American Black Vulture was the likely cause. While the Caracara birds live full time in the trees behind our fence the black vultures appear when something dies. We have an abundance of common wildlife in our little wooded area. With so many skunks, possums, raccoons, and other animals roaming around there's going to be a few deaths along the way.
Turkey Vultures are more common around here but the American Black Vulture seems to turn up when there's something to eat.
They both hunt by looking around on the ground and using their sense of smell.
The Caracara decides to leave whatever it is to the vultures.
You can find more on Wildlife Wednesday at "My Gardener Says...." where Tina has a post on the cutest birds she fondly calls "Butter Butts."
nice encounters!
ReplyDeleteEven this vulture is a handsome bird, something I'd not have expected.
ReplyDeleteGreat set of shots, Shirley. I really like both species of birds. I rarely see the Cara caras, but sometimes I see them winging up here in north Austin. Vultures are more common. When I've volunteered at Austin Wildlife Rescue, we occasionally receive baby vultures. They are actually really cute, but do stink. A lot!
ReplyDeleteSo cool! A bit bigger than my hummingbirds, and more colorful than the crows we get!
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ReplyDeleteNow I know what caracaras look like, great catch!
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