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A common subject of folklore and legends throughout Central and South America, the Crested Caracara is sometimes referred to as the "Mexican eagle."

Their food source includes insects; small and occasionally large vertebrates, including fish, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and mammals; eggs; and carrion of all types. This Caracara was waiting for fresh eggs being delivered by this Chicken Turtle. I checked the nest last evening and it had been robbed.