A juvenile Turkey Vulture, it's head not yet changed to the red of the adult vulture, searches the water's edge for carrion.
"As a defense mechanism, Turkey Vultures may vomit on a bird, animal, or human that gets too close. Considering what they eat, this can be a powerful weapon."
Cornell.
Another reason for a long lens!
Colwood British Columbia.
August 2025
Canon R5 RF200-800mm
