vultures

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a large bird with almost no feathers on its head or neck, that eats the flesh of dead animals

a person or organization that is eager to win an advantage from other people's difficulties or problems:

When a company is in crisis like this, the vultures are always hovering.

a large bird that eats the flesh of dead animals

A vulture is also someone who is eager to get some advantage from other people’s difficulties or weaknesses.