King vulture (Sarcoramphus papa). This large birdie found in Central and South America. It is a member of the New World vulture family, Cathartidae.

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Size: 2458px × 3672px
Location: London Zoo
Photo credit: © Paula Hammond / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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