Portland Audubon's Vulture Day

Around the world, vultures are facing hazards in the wild and their numbers are dwindling. As nature's recyclers, they play an important role in a variety of ecosystems, and it’s up to us to help save them. Learn more about these important birds and ways to protect them at Portland Audubon's celebration of International Vulture Awareness Day. Activities:

• Meet Ruby, Portland Audubon’s turkey vulture
• Compare your “wingspan” to that of an Andean condor’s silhouette
• Go on a scavenger hunt in Portland Audubon's nature sanctuary
• Make a crafted vulture and mask
• Learn fun vulture facts
• Figure out the differences between Old and New World vultures
• Discover why vultures are important
• Make a pledge to help protect vultures