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American Black Vulture (Coragyps atratus)

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Also known as "Corbeau," this is a very common vulture in Trinidad with flocks often circling over Chaguaramas. Its range is from the southwestern United States to northern Chile and Uruguay. A scavenger, this bird will also feed on carrion and kill small animals. (Trinidad)