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Adult King Vulture (Sarcoramphus papa) feeding at a carcass. Laguna del Lagarto, Boca Tapada, Caribbean slope, Costa Rica, Central America
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Adult King Vulture (Sarcoramphus papa) feeding at a carcass. Laguna del Lagarto, Boca Tapada, Caribbean slope, Costa Rica, Central America
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Accipitriformes Carcass Cathartidae Central America Costa Rica Dead Dead Animal Death Feeding New World Vulture Vulture Biodiversity Hotspot King Vulture Sarcoramphus Papa
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Feast Fit for a King - Sarcoramphus Papa Reigns Supreme at the Carcass Banquet in Costa Rica!
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. In this snapshot by Nick Garbutt, we witness the regal presence of an Adult King Vulture as it indulges in a sumptuous meal amidst the lush surroundings of Laguna del Lagarto, Boca Tapada. With its striking black and white plumage, this majestic bird stands out against the vibrant backdrop of the Caribbean slope. As part of Nature's clean-up crew, our feathered monarch is captured in action, feeding on a carcass with utmost grace and precision. The image perfectly encapsulates both life and death within one frame – showcasing nature's cycle at its most intriguing. Costa Rica's biodiversity hotspot provides an ideal setting for such extraordinary encounters with wildlife. Here, Central America unveils its secrets to those who seek them. This photograph serves as a reminder that even in moments of demise, life flourishes abundantly. With every detail meticulously captured by Garbutt's lens, viewers are transported into this avian spectacle where scavengers reign supreme. It is impossible not to marvel at the intricate beauty found within each creature that inhabits our planet. So let us raise our imaginary glasses to Sarcoramphus papa – long may it feast upon nature's bounty and continue to captivate us with its royal presence!
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