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'Nature's cleanup crew': Tracy Aviary celebrates International Vulture Awareness Day

By ABC 4 · September 5, 2026 · 1 min read
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A sun-drenched Utah canyon landscape featuring weathered driftwood on red desert soil, symbolizing the natural cycle of life and ecological cleanup.
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SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — The Tracy Aviary celebrated International Vulture Awareness Day, highlighting the important role vultures play in ecosystems and conservation efforts around the world. Shea Baumgarth, with the Tracy Aviary said that vultures are probably one of the most misunderstood creatures on the planet.

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