A black vulture, an extremely rare sight in Canada, has generated significant interest in Mayo, Yukon. Cameron Eckert, president of the Yukon Bird Club, travelled five hours from Whitehorse to Mayo to observe the unusual visitor. The last confirmed sighting of a black vulture in the Yukon was back in the 1980s, making this occurrence particularly noteworthy. The sighting has created a buzz within the birdwatching community. Eckert’s prompt response highlights the importance of this event for Yukon ornithologists. The rare appearance sparks curiosity about potential shifts in the species’ range. This observation provides valuable data for tracking avian distribution.