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Here are some fun facts about vultures:

1. Vultures are nature's cleanup crew, disposing of dead animals and preventing the spread of disease.

2. There are 23 species of vultures, divided into Old World (Africa, Asia, Europe) and New World (Americas) vultures.

3. Vultures have exceptional eyesight, spotting carcasses from miles away.

4. They have strong, hooked beaks and sharp talons for tearing flesh and breaking open bones.

5. Vultures are social birds, often gathering in large groups at feeding sites.

6. New World vultures have a highly developed sense of smell, while Old World vultures rely more on sight.

7. Vultures can fly for hours without flapping their wings, using thermals (rising columns of warm air) to stay aloft.

8. They have a unique way of regulating body temperature, using their legs and feet to release heat.

9. Vultures are monogamous, with many species forming long-term pair bonds.

10. In some cultures, vultures are revered as sacred animals, associated with death and rebirth.