King Vulture
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    King Vulture

    Sarcoramphus papa

    Birds of Prey
    Least Concern

    The king vulture is a large bird found in Central and South America. It is a member of the New World vulture family Cathartidae. This vulture lives predominantly in tropical lowland forests stretching from southern Mexico to northern Argentina. It is the only surviving member of the genus Sarcoramphus, although fossil members are known.

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    Where to Find

    Top parks for King Vulture. Sightings recorded in 157 safari areas total.

    ● Common (500+ sightings)● Occasional (50-499)● Rare (<50)
    Central & South America
    Reserva Biológica Hitoy CerereCaribbean Coast & Tortuguero Canals, Costa Rica
    Rare
    Parque Nacional Natural UtríaPacific Coast & Chocó Biogeográfico, Colombia
    Rare
    Parque Nacional Juan Castro BlancoCentral Highlands & Talamanca Mountains, Costa Rica
    Rare
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