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Wild Inside: The Bearded Vulture
Apr 8, 2024
Prof Ben Garrod and Dr Jess French delve into the unique diet and physical characteristics of the bearded vulture, exploring how it consumes bones and the anatomy of its esophagus. They also discuss the specialized respiratory system of birds and the bearded vulture's digestive system, highlighting its stomach acid's ability to dissolve bones for nutrients.
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- The bearded vulture has specialized digestive system for efficient bone digestion.
- Adaptations like elongated mouth and air sacs aid in the bearded vulture's survival and feeding habits.
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The Unique Adaptations of the Bearded Vulture
The bearded vulture, known for its unique diet of bone, showcases remarkable adaptations to thrive. This species displays a specialized digestive system capable of digesting bones with high efficiency, a feature distinct from other vultures. By carrying bones to heights and dropping them, they break the bones into swallowable pieces. Their stomach acidity is incredibly strong, dissolving bones rapidly in a way no other birds can.
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