Black Vulture

We've seen an abundance of Turkey Vultures this winter. They overwinter in North Central Florida and then head north when the weather warms. Usually we see Black Vultures as well but never as many as the Turkeys. This winter the Black Vultures have been scarce, at least in our area. 
This morning Fletcher was in the back yard looking up into a tree, barking and barking at a solitary Black Vulture who was perched on a low tree limb. 
I called Fletch inside and managed to get a few shots of the large bird. Black Vultures often travel and hang out with Turkey Vultures. This one may have been a juvenile, but I don't know enough about them to tell. She eventually flew up to a higher perch in a tall oak. Black Vultures have identifying silver patches on the undersides of their wingtips, very noticeable as they fly. They can also be identified by their short tails and small black heads. They don't tend to soar like Turkey Vultures but use quick, snappy wing flaps and then a series of short glides. I've include a photo of a Turkey Vulture for comparison to the Black Vulture. So...this is probably more info than you ever needed, or wanted to know about Black Vultures...you're welcome. m