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California condors are New World vultures, and the largest bird in North America. From tip to tip, their wings may extend to an impressive 9 feet, and the bird itself stands at about 45 to 55 inches tall. Condors are relatively heavy for flying birds, weighing around 17 to 25 pounds.
The California condor's body has bilateral symmetry, and is covered in feathers that are typically black, save for white markings lining the underside of the wing. The head is bald to protect the bird from infections or diseases it may otherwise pick up from the carcasses it eats, and has various colorations, including pink, red, orange, yellow, and even a bluish-grey. The head becomes a more intense shade of pink or orange during the breeding season, or when the bird is excited.
California condors have excellent eyesight, enabling them to spot carrion from great distances. The color of the iris starts out tan, but as the condor matures, it turns red. The nostril is located high up towards the beginning of the beak. This location prevents debris entering the bird's nostril while feeding. Contrary to expectations, condors do not have a good sense of smell, and so don't rely on it to find food. They do, however, have a great sense of hearing. The ear is located on the sides of the head, below and behind each eye.
The California condor's body has bilateral symmetry, and is covered in feathers that are typically black, save for white markings lining the underside of the wing. The head is bald to protect the bird from infections or diseases it may otherwise pick up from the carcasses it eats, and has various colorations, including pink, red, orange, yellow, and even a bluish-grey. The head becomes a more intense shade of pink or orange during the breeding season, or when the bird is excited.
California condors have excellent eyesight, enabling them to spot carrion from great distances. The color of the iris starts out tan, but as the condor matures, it turns red. The nostril is located high up towards the beginning of the beak. This location prevents debris entering the bird's nostril while feeding. Contrary to expectations, condors do not have a good sense of smell, and so don't rely on it to find food. They do, however, have a great sense of hearing. The ear is located on the sides of the head, below and behind each eye.
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