Griffon Vulture

Overview

Griffon Vulture (Gyps fulvus) is a species of Kites, Hawks, Eagles (Accipitridae) in the order Hawks, Eagles and Allies. A huge scavenging vulture with a pale body, dark flight feathers and a bare whitish neck; soars in wide circles seeking carcasses; gathers in large groups at kills; essential to ecosystem cleanup.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Gyps; binomial: Gyps fulvus; authority: (Hablizl, 1783). Typical size: 95-110cm. Average lifespan: 20-40 years.

Distribution

Breeding range: Africa and the Palearctic.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.