How large turkey vultures remain aloft in thin air

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Aug 1, 2024, 6:00 pm171 pts
Mountain hikes are invigorating. Crisp air and clear views can refresh the soul, but thin air presents an additional challenge for high-altitude birds. "All else being equal, bird wings produce less lift in low density air," says Jonathan Rader from the University of North Carolina (UNC) at Chapel Hill, U.S.,…

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