Quick Facts
Facts sourced from Wikidata (CC0).
Best Months to Spot
Most sightings recorded in Mar, Apr, May. Data from GBIF - a global database of verified wildlife observations by researchers and citizen scientists.
Conservation Status
Conservation hubFaces a very high risk of extinction in the wild.
The Egyptian vulture faces significant threats from poisoning, electrocution on power lines, and habitat loss. While conservation efforts are underway in some regions, including monitoring and nest protection, the species' population continues to decline. Responsible safari tourism can help by supporting local conservation initiatives and raising awareness about the importance of protecting these scavengers.
The Egyptian vulture, also called the white scavenger vulture or pharaoh's chicken, is a small Old World vulture in the monotypic genus Neophron. It is widely distributed from the Iberian Peninsula, North Africa, West Asia and India. The contrasting underwing pattern and wedge-shaped tail make it distinctive in flight as it soars in thermals during the warmer parts of the day. Egyptian vultures feed mainly on carrion but are opportunistic and will prey on small mammals, birds, and reptiles. They also feed on the eggs of other birds, breaking larger ones by tossing a large pebble onto them.
Description adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Where to Find
Top parks for Egyptian Vulture. Sightings recorded in 144 safari areas total.
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