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Turkey vulture: The bird that vomits acid up to 10 feet and poops antiseptic onto its legs

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Turkey vultures live in a range of habitats, including subtropical forests, shrublands and deserts.

They regurgitate a foul, acidic substance that can sting a predator's eyes and skin.

Their gastric acid is as strong as battery acid and 100 times stronger than the acid found in human stomachs.