This Turkey Vulture arrived on October 2nd, 2020. Like many of the critters arriving to our rescue center, it is an ongoing process to figure out what the problems are and how best to work towards recovery. After much evaluation, observation and care, this Turkey Vulture was released on October 31st. Earlier Turkey Vulture Release video: ua-cam.com/video/kB7FahbwRBs/v-deo.html Processing Food video: * please be advised it contains food processing and is age restricted * ua-cam.com/video/TkzSlyUOxQY/v-deo.html 🔺Ways to help 🔺 UA-cam Donate Button (see top corner of video page) Donate at our site: www.gowildlife.org/ Donate at Facebook: facebook.com/southwestwildlifefoundation/ Purchase Martin's Book: www.gowildlife.org/healer-of-angels/ Rodent Pro Gift Certificates: www.gowildlife.org/get-involved/#add Cal Ranch Gift Card: www.calranch.com/c-a-l-ranch-gift-card.html Amazon Smile: smile.amazon.com/ch/87-0570151 Charity Wishlist: smile.amazon.com/hz/charitylist/ls/28QB4BKFPV9XJ/ref=smi_ext_lnk_lcl_cl 🔺 Mail Donations 🔺 You are welcome to mail us a donation or call to ask any questions about our organization. Phone: (435) 586-4693 • (435) 590-1618 Address: P.O. Box 1907 Cedar City, UT 84721-1907 Checks Payable to: Southwest Wildlife Foundation of Utah Official Site: www.gowildlife.org UA-cam: ua-cam.com/users/gowildlifeorg Facebook: facebook.com/southwestwildlifefoundation/ Twitter: twitter.com/swfgowildlife Instagram: instagram.com/swfgowildlife/ Web hosting generously provided by: www.pair.com 🔺 Channel Musician 🔺 Music on this channel has been donated by Casey. Track: Vagabonds www.casey.live 🔺 Our Mission 🔺 Founded in 1997 in Cedar City Utah, we are a 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to wildlife rescue and rehabilitation, wildlife and environmental education, and the development of the Cedar Canyon Nature Park. _Rescue, Rehabilitate and Release_ The Southwest Wildlife Foundation of Utah (SWF) cares for more than 100 sick, injured and orphaned native wildlife annually. Restoring them to health and returning them to the wild is our primary goal, but for those that cannot be released due to disabilities, the Cedar Canyon Nature Park (CCNP) can provide them with a permanent home in a natural setting while enhancing our visitors educational experience at the park. _Informing, Educating and Inspiring_ The SWF provides over 100 educational programs reaching over 30,000 people annually. We believe providing educational outreach programs to schools, scout groups and community events, with focus on children and families, will make the greatest impact in preserving our wildlife, the environment, our public lands and our resources for future generations to enjoy. _Martin Tyner_ Since age twelve, with a bird on his arm, Martin has captivated audiences sharing his knowledge and experience of his wildlife friends. At age nineteen, Martin was hired as curator of birds of prey at Busch Gardens, CA. He also worked in the movie and television industry training big cats, elephants, primates, sea mammals and raptors. “One of my greatest childhood fantasies was the desire to create a personal friendship with a wild eagle. I found myself with a love and fascination for these powerful creatures.” Martin Tyner is a federally licensed falconer, eagle falconer, wildlife rehabilitator, wildlife propagator, and wildlife and environmental educator. He has been providing wildlife and environmental programs throughout the western United States, to schools, scouts and community groups for over fifty years. “Grandpa believed in a very simple philosophy; that a person should get up every morning and do good. Doing good means that you do well for others and doing well means that you do good for yourself. There is nothing wrong with doing well, but Grandpa always believed in doing good.” Martin's book, Healer of Angels, reflects back on his life: from a young boy terrified of birds to becoming the first man in North America licensed to train a wild golden eagle in the ancient art of falconry. Through a heartwarming collection of true stories he describes his challenging transformation from a shy dyslexic teenager, to the founder and CEO of the Southwest Wildlife Foundation.
I'm so glad that beautiful boy was able to recover with your amazing help. It breaks my heart that humans can be so insensitive and hunt solely for sport. I didn't know they use lead bullets, either. Animals, especially vultures are sacred to me so I was so glad to see this.
The poor vulture have been depicted as the ugly scavenger for a long time. Even in cartoons, but they are smart, know their territory and very keen on their surroundings. Good for the ecology also.Thanks to you Martin and Susan they have awesome care.
I have always adored vultures. They are genuinely beautiful creatures, and turkey vultures are my favorite. I like to say turkey vultures look like angry old men in black coats. Hehe
A vulture has a face only a mother could love, but they probably think the same about us. And they certainly have an important role in the environment. They aren't avian garbage collectors, they're sanitation engineers!
He looks like a good turkey vulture. I see them all the time here in Florida around the garbage bins behind restaurants. Thank you for caring for all the wildlife. I hope this guy is out there having a great life now!
I love vultures! To heck with all the self help and meditation gurus, Martin and his feathered family (and all the wonderful people who bring the birds in), are my spiritual leaders. This is what healing the world, humanity and the planet looks like.
Martin thank you so much for caring for all the creatures that need you. This was a beautiful video from start to finish. Thank you for explaining the process and showing it!
Vultures may not be beautiful birds but I love to watch them fly...so graceful. They provide an important link in the food chain. Martin finds the beauty in all animals and presents it to his viewers.
another teary eye... beautiful release of a beautiful bird. When I was in Florida last year I saw one on the side of the road that was just standing without moving. I was about to call local wildlife rescue when he finally flew away 🦅
Years ago, I lived in Western Colorado. The Native Americans had a park and museum. On a mound outside the building, they would leave road kill (deer, rabbits, and other critters) for the eagles and raptors to feed on. So long as we were upwind, we would stay and watch the occasional bird feed. A low fence kept people a distance from the mound and it was a great time as the birds did not seem to mind our quiet presence.
Just because he doesn't have feathers on his head, doesn't make him ugly. This was an informative video, and he was kind of cute. So good to see him soaring so long overhead.
I really appreciate your love for the animals and how you take care of them and nourish them back to health God has given you a beautiful heart and affection for his creation may God’s richest blessings be on you and your family
It is ALWAYS TOTALLY HILARIOUS when the bird gives Martin the back and looks over it shoulder and gives Martin "The Look", the "You're making me miserable look."
Anything from birth forward? I'm assuming they miss mommas force-feedings and starve most often from toxic pest controls. Animals hit the road for more than territories or water.
Hi again MARTIN &SUSAN What a beautiful release for this most unique bird! To see him soar and glide through the air... To be kind not the most beautiful for sure but so interesting with the beek and high level sense of smell the softer less dangerous talons and to actually see the ears all were soo fascinating. Must say I don't see them as so ugly anymore and appreciate how they have a very important place and job in our world. The puking and smell goes along with their job so must say they do their job very well. A really informative and thought changing vid Martin. And Susan your photography was super good capturing the close ups and release just perfectly. Thx as always for sharing and another win for the saved column!!!!
I love watching the group of them just soaring the air currents...gliding through the air. They are so beautiful to watch. It's like a family affair in the air!! 💜🌤️☮️
So happy to see this!!! Lookit that sweet face! He was definitely thanking you upon his release. He circled not only to get up higher but to tell his friends that you guys are the very best!! On behalf of our vulture friends, i thank you deeply and solely for the hard work you guys do! If I lived in Utah I'd definitely come volunteer!
You did such a fantastic job with this turkey vulture. I've always loved the birds - they have such bad reps in popular media and in our slang, but they're wonderful birds and very, very important to the ecosystem.
Oh I just love 💘 my turkey vultures that fly all.around my neighborhood. I actually videotaped one in a parking lot with a dead squirrel. I may send it to you. Its pretty funny. Funny in the sense that all it kept doing was picking it up and moving it around. Not really trying to eat it yet. And had a few crows bothering it too!! They are just beautiful when they are soaring above on the drafts. As always thank you both for your love and devotion to saving wildlife.
I get choked up every time I view your videos! I have seen so many red faced turkey vultures here in Maryland suburbs. Until this video I've thought they ARE really ugly. They've roosted on my neighbor's deck, then another time about four of them sat on the peak of another neighbor's townhouse roof, with their wings out to soak up the morning sun to dry out and warm up from a frosty cold morning. I appreciate what they do, cleaning up the dead carcasses.
It's been several years now; for my birthday my daughter and I went on a hike to an old sacred spot to the indigenous Indians of that land. She and I got to our destination and there was a turkey vulture there on the cliff. It flew out with others as we approached, but returned and settled about 15 feet away from us. We hung out there together until it was time for us to go. I loved sitting there with vulture and felt honored she shared her spot with us 💕 Thank you for this video 🥰👍
Love it! You're the only one in the world I know that would use the phrase, "Our turkey vulture friend!" Is there any worry about the virus being caught by your other charges (if it had been that?)
There's a big dead tree near my house that the turkey vultures really like to hang out in. I consider it a good omen when I see them. They're just living their lives and eating carrion. We've all got niches to fill.
Where I live in Upstate NY we have two Avian Vet's within three miles of me. One has been my birds vet for 15 years, and they just hired another avian vet in past month. This is good cause my vet has been called many times to other states because of issue with bird disease and spent month in your area because of West Nile with large turkey/chicken farms.
Oh my, that growl!!!!!! Amazing animals. Thank you for all you do for our feathered friends. Also, thank you for the wonderful info and learning experience.
They are awesome and we have very many of them. I have many great pictures I have taken of them, they land on the roof of our building and spread their massive wing span out for hours to gather heat in order to fly as well as they do here in the cooler times here in Southwest Michigan. Thanks for again for all you do Martin!! you are amazing as always..and yes Turkey Vultures are amazing birds, and since they are migratory birds they are a protected species. :)
Great video that explains the steps in rehabbing a bird of prey! I was so happy to see young Mr. Vulture soaring again. I understand that the California condors have a problem with lead shot also. We have seen lead poisoning quite often in the bald eagles we rehab here in North Carolina. The vet we work with checks every eagle for lead in the blood. Even a small piece of lead pellet can cause a bird's death. Sure wish lead shot would be illegal!
It is a great thing to have someone who cares enough about these creatures to devote so much time and effort to helping them survive. In our area if you call anyone involved in the management of wildlife about an injured bird or some other animal they tell you to just leave the animal alone and let “nature take its course.” In other words, no one cares. They die everyday and no one cares. We used to have a woman that would rehabilitate birds but she is gone now. She wasn’t an official wildlife rehab person but she knew a lot about caring. for birds and saved a lot of them. Not eagles or hawks but the regular birds of the area. Now no one will help a wild creature of any kind and we live in an area where there ate still many kinds of wildlife including Black Bears which start raiding our bird feeders during the fall and right into winter. We just take the feeders in every night (although they have made a few trips to the backyard during the day) when the bears are putting on weight for the winter or just waking up and hungry during the late winter. They love that bird seed! It seems to be an addiction for them!
I really love this video because of the large population we have. I have observed them for years. I was so happy that you gave out such positive information (of course)! They are part of the Cherokee culture also. When you called him cute I was overjoyed! I love them. Thank you! They are magnificent 💖 I am so fortunate to live out in the "wild" so I can observe all the critters around me.
WOW martin i've just watched you & belle hunting for rabbits its amazing to watch her fly & hunt but have you ever had to dig any of your hawks out of holes because they gone to deep or just refused to give up on the hunt ?
Why the hell would someone dislike this? It's not only very caring and a responsible job, but also very educational. Guess some people just want to watch the world burn.
Martin the way you approach the health care of your animals is no different then the way physicians or healthcare professionals approach the care of their patients. ER doctors triage their patients checking out their ABC’S then run through a differential of possible illnesses. You have a step up on most veterinarians cuz you know Avian Care. Quite impressive. 50 plus years of treating birds of prey is amazing. I figured that this turkey vulture had lead poisoning as it is a scavenger but West Nile and now Coronavirus must be a consideration. My question to you, can you catch West Nile or coronavirus from your patients? Do you need to wear PPE now with dealing birds of prey?
We found a turkey vulture nest this year in a small abandoned shack on our property in northern Minnesota (Upper Red Lake). I think there were even some eggs in there this summer. It's vacant now for the winter but I hope they'll be back next year. Super cool animals, love the channel btw keep it up
I really love all your videos I always learn something I don’t know how I missed this one but of course enjoyed it very much keep up the good work you and your beautiful wife Susan
I feel like I don't see vulture as often in Wisconsin as I did when I lived in Kansas. Whenever I see roadkill here in southern Wisconsin, I NEVER see vultures around it. But I almost always saw vultures feeding on roadkill in Kansas. I looked up a couple resources that suggest Wisconsin is more of a breeding ground for turkey vultures specifically, not so much a year-round state.
Aww! What a character! He was really inquisitive when he arrived. Was watching when Martin got the jackrabbit out of the freezer and then again looking around him in the chamber. Youthfully inquisitive? And so happy to be able to fly away again! And yeah, did not seem to have any neurological issues as far as I could see, not that I have any experience with West Nile though lead poisoning can cause that too, I understand. Diagnosing birds is like playing detective. Do you have your own x-ray machine and do you ever do x-rays to see if they've ingested something, in some cases? Just curious.
There is a church nearby where a wake of Turkey vultures would sunbathe every morning. Sometimes one will perch on top of the cross with it's wings spread out. I would pull over and watch from a distance so as not to disturb them. It is quite magnificent! I think they are beautiful!
Thanks Martin for another interesting video...have a question out wingspan on a full-grown vulture and how it compares to say a Golden Eagle?..Bob in Pittsburgh
These birds are absolutely terrified by you Martin, If only they knew that you are there just to care and nurture them back to health. Once freed they're probably asking themselves why didn't he eat me. One day Martin they'll fly by the sanctuary and say hi..Animals never forget..
This Turkey Vulture arrived on October 2nd, 2020. Like many of the critters arriving to our rescue center, it is an ongoing process to figure out what the problems are and how best to work towards recovery.
After much evaluation, observation and care, this Turkey Vulture was released on October 31st.
Earlier Turkey Vulture Release video:
ua-cam.com/video/kB7FahbwRBs/v-deo.html
Processing Food video:
* please be advised it contains food processing and is age restricted *
ua-cam.com/video/TkzSlyUOxQY/v-deo.html
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_Rescue, Rehabilitate and Release_
The Southwest Wildlife Foundation of Utah (SWF) cares for more than 100 sick, injured and orphaned native wildlife annually. Restoring them to health and returning them to the wild is our primary goal, but for those that cannot be released due to disabilities, the Cedar Canyon Nature Park (CCNP) can provide them with a permanent home in a natural setting while enhancing our visitors educational experience at the park.
_Informing, Educating and Inspiring_
The SWF provides over 100 educational programs reaching over 30,000 people annually. We believe providing educational outreach programs to schools, scout groups and community events, with focus on children and families, will make the greatest impact in preserving our wildlife, the environment, our public lands and our resources for future generations to enjoy.
_Martin Tyner_
Since age twelve, with a bird on his arm, Martin has captivated audiences sharing his knowledge and experience of his wildlife friends.
At age nineteen, Martin was hired as curator of birds of prey at Busch Gardens, CA. He also worked in the movie and television industry training big cats, elephants, primates, sea mammals and raptors.
“One of my greatest childhood fantasies was the desire to create a personal friendship with a wild eagle. I found myself with a love and fascination for these powerful creatures.”
Martin Tyner is a federally licensed falconer, eagle falconer, wildlife rehabilitator, wildlife propagator, and wildlife and environmental educator.
He has been providing wildlife and environmental programs throughout the western United States, to schools, scouts and community groups for over fifty years.
“Grandpa believed in a very simple philosophy; that a person should get up every morning and do good. Doing good means that you do well for others and doing well means that you do good for yourself. There is nothing wrong with doing well, but Grandpa always believed in doing good.”
Martin's book, Healer of Angels, reflects back on his life: from a young boy terrified of birds to becoming the first man in North America licensed to train a wild golden eagle in the ancient art of falconry.
Through a heartwarming collection of true stories he describes his challenging transformation from a shy dyslexic teenager, to the founder and CEO of the Southwest Wildlife Foundation.
That beautiful soar was a "thank you" for saving me.
I'm so glad that beautiful boy was able to recover with your amazing help. It breaks my heart that humans can be so insensitive and hunt solely for sport. I didn't know they use lead bullets, either. Animals, especially vultures are sacred to me so I was so glad to see this.
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I love vultures. There is nothing ugly about them.
They definitely have their appeal!
i know... seeing their "cousin" the California condor flying over Pinnacles National Park is in the upper part of my bucket list.
I like to call the black vultures in my backyard the most beautiful ugly boy i have ever seen....
There’s a cam showing a nest with a vulture.
Vultures are underrated. They can be very personable.
They have a tough job
The poor vulture have been depicted as the ugly scavenger for a long time. Even in cartoons, but they are smart, know their territory and very keen on their surroundings. Good for the ecology also.Thanks to you Martin and Susan they have awesome care.
They are very important!
@@GowildlifeOrg yes important and possibly the least appreciated. Sad. Glad you're doing your part to change that.
What about the vultures in the jungle book , more specifically the old Disney version
@@GowildlifeOrg yes the are the janitors
I have always adored vultures. They are genuinely beautiful creatures, and turkey vultures are my favorite. I like to say turkey vultures look like angry old men in black coats. Hehe
Look out for the black coats!
Lil turkey vulture circling back around, made me think he wanted to say thank you, for taking care if him. ❤
Back in the wild where he belongs
Fantastic! Thanks for helping these birds. It's not everyone that would help a vulture. Thumbs up.
Such a sad face but a lovely bird and well done Belle.
She's quite a provider!
A vulture has a face only a mother could love, but they probably think the same about us. And they certainly have an important role in the environment. They aren't avian garbage collectors, they're sanitation engineers!
I'm glad this Turkey Vulture recovered and we could learn about her along the way, with a happy ending watching her soar and fly free again.
Us too!
In the end it looked like the volture came back to say thank you. It was so pretty❤️✨
They are magnificent
Nice to see them fly!
@@GowildlifeOrg I was waiting for him to throw up on you as a parting gift on that final pass overhead.
An encircling soar around the car once...very very keen.
He looks like a good turkey vulture. I see them all the time here in Florida around the garbage bins behind restaurants. Thank you for caring for all the wildlife. I hope this guy is out there having a great life now!
We hope he is doing well too!
@@GowildlifeOrg Are turkey vultures and turkeys in the same family?
I love vultures! To heck with all the self help and meditation gurus, Martin and his feathered family (and all the wonderful people who bring the birds in), are my spiritual leaders. This is what healing the world, humanity and the planet looks like.
I agree 1000%
Thank you Gertrude, we appreciate your support and kind words. A whole lot of people help us help critters
Agreed!! Vulture medicine is the best!
Agree. This channel has been the best over lockdown!
Martin thank you so much for caring for all the creatures that need you.
This was a beautiful video from start to finish. Thank you for explaining the process and showing it!
Thanks Russell, glad you enjoyed!
The chapter of the book deals exclusivly with turkey vultures. We love you too❤💚💜💙💛🌈
Vultures may not be beautiful birds but I love to watch them fly...so graceful. They provide an important link in the food chain. Martin finds the beauty in all animals and presents it to his viewers.
They have a tough job
For someone in Yorkshire, England, it’s so funny to hear Martin talking about Halloween with a sky that colour and the sun shining down. Beautiful!
Things are a _little_ cooler in Cedar City these days...
another teary eye... beautiful release of a beautiful bird.
When I was in Florida last year I saw one on the side of the road that was just standing without moving. I was about to call local wildlife rescue when he finally flew away 🦅
Glad things turned out okay!
When I see a Vulture , I am amazed! God bless these vultures. We live in a small town with a rather large mountain. We are in the foothills.
They are a sight!
Years ago, I lived in Western Colorado. The Native Americans had a park and museum. On a mound outside the building, they would leave road kill (deer, rabbits, and other critters) for the eagles and raptors to feed on. So long as we were upwind, we would stay and watch the occasional bird feed. A low fence kept people a distance from the mound and it was a great time as the birds did not seem to mind our quiet presence.
🖤Vultures✨ Thank you so much for saying they’re magnificent and beautiful. Indeed they are.
They have an important role!
That was the best release flight, truly glorious!
They are a sight to see!
I always get emotional when you release a bird. It is so fantastic that you are able to give them a second chance.
We hope this Turkey Vulture is doing well!
Just because he doesn't have feathers on his head, doesn't make him ugly. This was an informative video, and he was kind of cute. So good to see him soaring so long overhead.
Thanks Connie, glad you enjoyed
All animals have their place in the world and the food chain except humans. Thanks for takin care of them guys.
Vultures are really amazing
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@BaiAnNa2014 Twitter on top for now perhaps, we're pretty poor caretakers methinks LOL.
The Turkey Vulture has an important role
What a joy to see him soar!
agreed!
Woow absolute stunning, another one soaring in the sky.Thank you.🇳🇱🌬💞
They are something to see!
I really appreciate your love for the animals and how you take care of them and nourish them back to health God has given you a beautiful heart and affection for his creation may God’s richest blessings be on you and your family
Thank you Jimmy, we appreciate your interest and kind words. A whole lot of people help us help critters.
Lovely release, I got the feeling he was delighted to be flying again
Back where he belongs
It is ALWAYS TOTALLY HILARIOUS when the bird gives Martin the back and looks over it shoulder and gives Martin "The Look", the "You're making me miserable look."
Captivity is very stressful for them
Thanks for your work
Let’s take care of vultures, possums, etc., they are the cleaners of our ecosystem without them we are gonna be lost
Thank you for your interest
Wow! It's been around 25 yrs since I've seen one in person.
They are a sight to see!
Anything from birth forward? I'm assuming they miss mommas force-feedings and starve most often from toxic pest controls. Animals hit the road for more than territories or water.
I love that Turkey Vulture very much 🐓🐓.
We love them too!
Hi again MARTIN &SUSAN
What a beautiful release for this most unique bird! To see him soar and glide through the air...
To be kind not the most beautiful for sure but so interesting with the beek and high level sense of smell the softer less dangerous talons and to actually see the ears all were soo fascinating. Must say I don't see them as so ugly anymore and appreciate how they have a very important place and job in our world. The puking and smell goes along with their job so must say they do their job very well. A really informative and thought changing vid Martin. And Susan your photography was super good capturing the close ups and release just perfectly.
Thx as always for sharing and another win for the saved column!!!!
Thanks CC, glad you enjoyed! Vultures have a tough job for sure!
I love watching the group of them just soaring the air currents...gliding through the air. They are so beautiful to watch. It's like a family affair in the air!! 💜🌤️☮️
Us too!
Martin -- you are the BEST -- Florida and Massachusetts LOVES you and your beautiful wife. God Bless you both!!
Thanks Terri!
So happy to see this!!! Lookit that sweet face! He was definitely thanking you upon his release. He circled not only to get up higher but to tell his friends that you guys are the very best!! On behalf of our vulture friends, i thank you deeply and solely for the hard work you guys do! If I lived in Utah I'd definitely come volunteer!
You did such a fantastic job with this turkey vulture. I've always loved the birds - they have such bad reps in popular media and in our slang, but they're wonderful birds and very, very important to the ecosystem.
Agreed, very important.
Oh I just love 💘 my turkey vultures that fly all.around my neighborhood. I actually videotaped one in a parking lot with a dead squirrel. I may send it to you. Its pretty funny. Funny in the sense that all it kept doing was picking it up and moving it around. Not really trying to eat it yet. And had a few crows bothering it too!! They are just beautiful when they are soaring above on the drafts. As always thank you both for your love and devotion to saving wildlife.
They are fun to watch for sure
Just came across your channel yesterday for the first time, been hooked since, much love from the UK🇬🇧
I get choked up every time I view your videos! I have seen so many red faced turkey vultures here in Maryland suburbs. Until this video I've thought they ARE really ugly. They've roosted on my neighbor's deck, then another time about four of them sat on the peak of another neighbor's townhouse roof, with their wings out to soak up the morning sun to dry out and warm up from a frosty cold morning. I appreciate what they do, cleaning up the dead carcasses.
It's been several years now; for my birthday my daughter and I went on a hike to an old sacred spot to the indigenous Indians of that land. She and I got to our destination and there was a turkey vulture there on the cliff. It flew out with others as we approached, but returned and settled about 15 feet away from us. We hung out there together until it was time for us to go. I loved sitting there with vulture and felt honored she shared her spot with us 💕
Thank you for this video 🥰👍
They are a treat to see in the wild
@@GowildlifeOrg that they are! Just beautiful 😍
You and your wife are good people.. Blessings...
Love it! You're the only one in the world I know that would use the phrase, "Our turkey vulture friend!" Is there any worry about the virus being caught by your other charges (if it had been that?)
Hi Fran, glad you enjoyed! Martin always takes precautions around sick critters.
There's a big dead tree near my house that the turkey vultures really like to hang out in. I consider it a good omen when I see them. They're just living their lives and eating carrion. We've all got niches to fill.
They are a sight to see!
Where I live in Upstate NY we have two Avian Vet's within three miles of me. One has been my birds vet for 15 years, and they just hired another avian vet in past month. This is good cause
my vet has been called many times to other states because of issue with bird disease and spent month in your area because of West Nile with large turkey/chicken farms.
Such experience is spread pretty thin...
what a beautiful bird! such amazing animals. i have a lot of respect for vultures and what they contribute to nature.
Vultures are very important
So happy to see he recovered! You cared for him so tenderly 😀
Merci d'avoir aidé un des animaux les plus utiles qui soient ! Et merci également à cet homme qui vous l'a amené !
We're glad we were able to help!
Martin and wife, I love what you are doing! Thank you for your dedication!
Thank you for your interest. A whole lot of people help us help critters!
Oh my, that growl!!!!!! Amazing animals. Thank you for all you do for our feathered friends. Also, thank you for the wonderful info and learning experience.
Glad you enjoyed!
You guys are so great!
Thank you for your interest
They are awesome and we have very many of them. I have many great pictures I have taken of them, they land on the roof of our building and spread their massive wing span out for hours to gather heat in order to fly as well as they do here in the cooler times here in Southwest Michigan. Thanks for again for all you do Martin!! you are amazing as always..and yes Turkey Vultures are amazing birds, and since they are migratory birds they are a protected species. :)
They are a treat to see in the wild!
Another lovely success story!
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Pretty bird! Vultures are really neat!
Agreed!
They are amazing at what they do
Agreed!
Great video that explains the steps in rehabbing a bird of prey! I was so happy to see young Mr. Vulture soaring again. I understand that the California condors have a problem with lead shot also. We have seen lead poisoning quite often in the bald eagles we rehab here in North Carolina. The vet we work with checks every eagle for lead in the blood. Even a small piece of lead pellet can cause a bird's death. Sure wish lead shot would be illegal!
It is a great thing to have someone who cares enough about these creatures to devote so much time and effort to helping them survive. In our area if you call anyone involved in the management of wildlife about an injured bird or some other animal they tell you to just leave the animal alone and let “nature take its course.” In other words, no one cares. They die everyday and no one cares.
We used to have a woman that would rehabilitate birds but she is gone now. She wasn’t an official wildlife rehab person but she knew a lot about caring. for birds and saved a lot of them. Not eagles or hawks but the regular birds of the area. Now no one will help a wild creature of any kind and we live in an area where there ate still many kinds of wildlife including Black Bears which start raiding our bird feeders during the fall and right into winter. We just take the feeders in every night (although they have made a few trips to the backyard during the day) when the bears are putting on weight for the winter or just waking up and hungry during the late winter. They love that bird seed! It seems to be an addiction for them!
I really love this video because of the large population we have. I have observed them for years. I was so happy that you gave out such positive information (of course)! They are part of the Cherokee culture also. When you called him cute I was overjoyed! I love them. Thank you! They are magnificent 💖 I am so fortunate to live out in the "wild" so I can observe all the critters around me.
Thank you Sharon, we appreciate your interest and kind words.
That was a pretty good flight, considering how he spent the last month.
Good to see him healthy!
WOW martin i've just watched you & belle hunting for rabbits its amazing to watch her fly & hunt but have you ever had to dig any of your hawks out of holes because they gone to deep or just refused to give up on the hunt ?
Sometimes some digging is required.
Why the hell would someone dislike this? It's not only very caring and a responsible job, but also very educational. Guess some people just want to watch the world burn.
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God bless you for a saving and helping all those beautiful birds
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I am truly fascinated by Turkey Vultures.
Us too!
thank you, Martin and Susan! So informative
Glad you enjoyed!
What a beautiful boy.
Agreed!
I love this birds 🐦. I see them every day and love to do a pictures of them .
They are fun to photograph!
Hugs from Brazil!
Thank you for your interest! Greetings back to Brazil!
Martin the way you approach the health care of your animals is no different then the way physicians or healthcare professionals approach the care of their patients. ER doctors triage their patients checking out their ABC’S then run through a differential of possible illnesses. You have a step up on most veterinarians cuz you know Avian Care. Quite impressive. 50 plus years of treating birds of prey is amazing. I figured that this turkey vulture had lead poisoning as it is a scavenger but West Nile and now Coronavirus must be a consideration. My question to you, can you catch West Nile or coronavirus from your patients? Do you need to wear PPE now with dealing birds of prey?
Most don't cross, but precautions are always taken.
I've been informed by you for about lead poisoning , thanks...
You said something that sounded like this will be the last one you will be able to release at the C Overlook. Why?
I was looking to see if this question had been answered, curious as well.
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What a lovely man!
We like him okay
Awesome video! You guys are doing amazing work. I am very fortunate to see these critters in the sky on my way home from work 😍
Always a treat to see them in the wild!
Very interesting, thank you 💚
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Beautiful!!!
Agreed!
We found a turkey vulture nest this year in a small abandoned shack on our property in northern Minnesota (Upper Red Lake). I think there were even some eggs in there this summer. It's vacant now for the winter but I hope they'll be back next year. Super cool animals, love the channel btw keep it up
They are awesome to see!
It’s almost as though he circled back around and said thank you 😊
God bless you, Mr Tyner.🤩👏🇺🇸
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We have vultures here in Texas. They are beautiful in flight.
Agreed!
Turkey vultures are cool glad you are saving them also.
I really love all your videos I always learn something I don’t know how I missed this one but of course enjoyed it very much keep up the good work you and your beautiful wife Susan
Thank you Sheila, that is great to hear!
I love your work. You are so important to wildlife. Keep up the good work
Thank you Tiffany, a whole lot of people help us help critters!
I feel like I don't see vulture as often in Wisconsin as I did when I lived in Kansas. Whenever I see roadkill here in southern Wisconsin, I NEVER see vultures around it. But I almost always saw vultures feeding on roadkill in Kansas. I looked up a couple resources that suggest Wisconsin is more of a breeding ground for turkey vultures specifically, not so much a year-round state.
Aww! What a character! He was really inquisitive when he arrived. Was watching when Martin got the jackrabbit out of the freezer and then again looking around him in the chamber. Youthfully inquisitive? And so happy to be able to fly away again!
And yeah, did not seem to have any neurological issues as far as I could see, not that I have any experience with West Nile though lead poisoning can cause that too, I understand. Diagnosing birds is like playing detective.
Do you have your own x-ray machine and do you ever do x-rays to see if they've ingested something, in some cases? Just curious.
Che carino l'avvoltoio....
They defnitely have their appeal!
I’ve always loved vultures
Us too!
There is a church nearby where a wake of Turkey vultures would sunbathe every morning. Sometimes one will perch on top of the cross with it's wings spread out. I would pull over and watch from a distance so as not to disturb them. It is quite magnificent! I think they are beautiful!
A treat to see in the wild!
Awesome mate good to see you guys still rocking :)
As long as critters need help...
THANK you for all WORK you do. No, I glad you did not show the dead rabid.
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I like vultures. Sooo underappreciated!
Us too!
Hey finally an animal we got here in quebec! (at least I think... that's what people call um)
We're all still North America!
Vultures are by far my favorite bird
They definitely have their appeal!
Why do they smell bad? Do they always smell bad? Thank you for everything you do! 🙏🏼❤️
A question for you, Martin. How did you determine early on that the Turkey vulture could possibly have had West Nile?
Thanks Martin for another interesting video...have a question out wingspan on a full-grown vulture and how it compares to say a Golden Eagle?..Bob in Pittsburgh
They are not as big as Goldens.
Amazing. Much love Ty
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These birds are absolutely terrified by you Martin, If only they knew that you are there just to care and nurture them back to health. Once freed they're probably asking themselves why didn't he eat me. One day Martin they'll fly by the sanctuary and say hi..Animals never forget..
So cool at the end!
When a critter has West Nile, can you catch it?
How much does stress play into the recovery process?
A lot. And personality of the bird. It's not easy them for sure.
Question: do the vultures prefer it if you leave the meat to ripen for a few hours/ days?
We didn't ask
Your question made me laugh, but it makes sense since they look for the stinky stuff, it would be the difference between bland and flavorful!
@@onetuliptree Yeah, like ( pick pick pick) are you really gonna feed me this fresh stuff?
@@onetuliptree I heard ravens love cheese. Figured that made sense, as it probably reminded them of rancid fat.