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Cattle Farmer in Southern Illinois Battles Threat from Black Vultures
Patty Zettle, a cattle farmer in southern Illinois, faces a growing threat from black vultures that have begun preying on her livestock. After losing a calf to the birds, she has taken measures to protect her herd, including creating an effigy to deter the vultures.
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In rural southern Illinois, a cattle farmer fights back against an emerging threat from above
Cattle Farmer in Southern Illinois Battles Threat from Black Vultures
Cattle Farmer in Southern Illinois Battles Black Vulture Threat
In rural southern Illinois, a cattle farmer fights back against an emerging threat from above
In rural southern Illinois, a cattle farmer fights back against an emerging threat from above
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