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10. Its courage is equal to its strength and voracity, 
for it is not only an enemy to the bird and brute crea- 
tion, but, when violently pressed by hunger, will attack 
mankind. Fortunately, this rapacious bird is scarce, 
or its depredations would be a source of great terror. 
11. There are several species of this bird, the 
largest of which is the Golden Vulture. This is 
about four feet and a half long, from the end of the 
beak to the tail. The head and neck are nearly 
bare, and the whole plumage is dusky, mixed with 
purple and green. It is an exceedingly filthy, indo- 
lent, and rapacious bird. 
What is said of the courage of the Condor ? 
What is the size and appearance of the Golden Vulture ? What 
is its character ? 
THE VULTURE. 
