Documentation of
Black Vulture
2024-036
Observer Information
Reporter:
Peter Gent
55 S. 35th St.,
BOULDER,
CO 80305-5524
E-mail:
pgent@cobirds.org
Other Observers:
Christian Nunes (finder), Nathan Pieplow, John Vanderpoel, Peter Burke, plus mob.
Species, Date, Time and Location Information
Species:
Black Vulture
First Date/Time:
9/10/2024 3:55:00 PM
Last Date/Time:
9/10/2024 5:10:00 PM
Duration (total time in view):
45 minutes
County:
Boulder
Specific Location:
Boulder Reservoir
Number:
1
Age:
Adult
Sex:
Unknown
Plumage:
Non-breeding
Habitat
First seen on NW shore of Boulder Res, and later in a tree to the west of the reservoir.
Viewing Conditions
Optics:
10x binocs.
Distance:
40 yards when in the tree, further when on the shore.
Light:
A bit cloudy, but good light.
Description of the Bird
All black body with gray skin on the head. Lighter short bill and legs. Bit smaller and more upright than the 2 Turkey Vultures that were with it on the shore of Boulder Res. White outer primaries seen well when in flight. Different flight pattern than Turkey Vulture with a few rapid flaps and then a glide.
Similar Species Discussion
Turkey Vulture eliminated by head color, short bill, more upright stance, white in outer primaries and flight pattern.
Previous Experience
Have seen a very large number of Black and Turkey Vultures.
Date Documentation Submitted
9/10/2024 8:55:00 PM
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