Conservation Status
Conservation hubFaces an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild.
The red-headed vulture faces severe threats from poisoning, habitat loss, and a drastic decline in its food sources due to veterinary drugs like diclofenac. While conservation efforts are underway to protect remaining populations and restore their habitats, the species remains critically endangered. Responsible safari tourism helps by funding anti-poaching patrols and providing economic incentives for local communities to protect wildlife and their habitats, indirectly benefiting vultures by maintaining healthy ecosystems.
The red-headed vulture, also known as the Asian king vulture, Indian black vulture or Pondicherry vulture, is an Old World vulture mainly found in the Indian subcontinent, with small disjunct populations in some parts of Southeast Asia.
Description adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Where to Find
Top parks for Red-headed Vulture. Sightings recorded in 21 safari areas total.
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