Name: This Vulture Feeds Almost Exclusively on Bones
Uploaded: 9/16/2019 9:23:26 AM
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Description: The bearded vulture is the only animal with a diet consisting of mostly bone, scavenging them from animal carcasses and sometimes swallowing them whole. If you think that's wild, wait until you hear about their meal prep and digestive system.

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This Vulture Feeds Almost Exclusively on Bones

The bearded vulture is the only animal with a diet consisting of mostly bone, scavenging them from animal carcasses and sometimes swallowing them whole. If you think that's wild, wait until you hear about their meal prep and digestive system.

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