What are the vultures up to?

 

I'm always curious to know why vultures are hanging around. I saw this view of the farm across the river and thought either a cow was giving birth or one had died. 

I watched for a few moments and then saw the young bovine slowly get up. It seemed like the horse was nearby to help if needed.

There were so many vultures on the ground around the cows I thought for sure they were going to get a meal, but not that day.