The Wall of Fact™ on Instagram: "The bearded vulture, also known as the lammergeier, is one of nature’s most fascinating scavengers — and easily among the strangest. Unlike other birds of prey that feast on flesh, this vulture prefers bones — a resource most animals ignore. With an acidic digestive system strong enough to dissolve bones within hours, the bearded vulture swallows large fragments whole, extracting vital nutrients from bone marrow. This unique adaptation allows it to thrive where o

@explaining._science on Instagram: "The Egyptian vulture (Neophron percnopterus) is a small, intelligent species of vulture found in parts of Europe, Africa, and Asia. It’s also known as the white scavenger vulture or pharaoh’s chicken. 🪶 Appearance: 🔸It has white plumage with black flight feathers. 🔸The face is bare and yellow (turning orange during breeding season). 🔸Its slender body and wedge-shaped tail make it easy to identify among vultures. 🌍 Habitat: 🔸Found in open areas, deserts,