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A proud but decrepit lion learns a lesson about friendship from the vultures he despises.

All the birds enjoy the song-like flute music of Jabuti, the tortoise, except Vulture who, jealous because he cannot sing, tricks Jabuti into riding his back toward a festival planned by the King of Heaven.

"Provides comprehensive information on the anatomy, special skills, habitats, and diet of vultures"--Provided by publisher.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and different species of these scavenger birds.

Describes vultures, their habits, where they live, how they defend themselves, and how they are endangered by humans.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitats of vultures.

Presents an introduction to vultures, including their physical characteristics, hunting behaviors, life cycle, and the conservation efforts being made to save them from extinction.