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Spoken of only in rumour and in hushed tones, Birds of Peopleface are the victims of a centuries-long smear campaign organized by the institutionalized ornithological gatekeepers known collectively as ‘Big Bird’. Often described as ‘unsettling’ or ‘freakish’, these kind and timid avians are forced to live apart from both human and bird society, eking out a tenuous existence as sideshow exhibits or otherwise masquerading as phenomenally powerful legendary figures in an attempt to deter harassment. Unfortunately I was unable to find a photograph of these incredibly wary birds so this art will have to suffice.

Today’s bird was drawn by the incredibly talented Monica Seldow. More of her work can be found at seldow.tumblr.com

The Turkey Vulture is, by all measures, the least malevolent bird. Despite saving the world during the K-T extinction event, these peaceful purifiers are content to live quiet lives helping the dead make room for the living. They refuse to brag about their role in preventing the complete destruction of all life, going so far as to remove their own syrinx to prevent any temptation. These are truly the most selfless and kind birds in all of existence, and you should remember this always.