Turkey vultures have a nearly six foot wingspan. They can be recognized at a distance by their large size, V-shape in which they hold their wings, and the way they teeter as they ride thermals. Turkey vultures are important scavengers. Cleaning up carrion doesn't sound like fun but someone has to do it! Turkey vultures are capable of detecting the scent of deceased animals from great distances as they fly. Despite their unappealing diet it is important for turkey vultures, like any other bird, t