Vultures' Value

If there are vultures circling above, there is a good chance you’ll find a fresh animal kill nearby.

Vultures not only provide an indicator for potential predator viewing, but also play an essential part in the ecosystem, keeping the bush free of rotting carcasses.

I recently learned several species of African vultures are threatened due to poaching and habitat loss and degradation. Now that I’m aware of how important their role is, it has made me appreciate the sightings even more.