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scavenger and broad-winged opportunist that often feeds
on carrion, the Crested Caracara is widespread in the
American tropics. The word caracara comes from a South
American Indian name, based on the bird's call. When
seen for the first time, it might look like a bald eagle with
a bad hairpiece. To see the strikingly patterned Crested
Caracara up close, visit the Brevard Zoo. A
STEVEN R. HICKS
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