carrion

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Recent ecological studies also support this view, showing that carrion is more abundant and predictable than previously assumed.

From Science Daily • Jan. 19, 2026

On east-west corridors through central L.A., the brown fronds of palms — queen, fan and other varieties — were scattered on the streets and sidewalks like carrion.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2025

Jiří Hřebíček created an artistic image of a carrion crow by using a long shutter speed while moving his camera on purpose.

From BBC • Oct. 8, 2024

Margalida referred to vultures as "the most efficient species at locating and disposing of carrion," which is why ecosystems suffer so seriously when their populations go down.

From Salon • Aug. 12, 2024

The jaeger preyed upon lemmings, small birds, and occasionally carrion.

From "Julie of the Wolves" by Jean Craighead George