Red-headed Vulture

Sarcogyps calvus

Conservation Status

Critically Endangered

Aves · Accipitriformes · Accipitridae

About

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.

Fun Fact

It is a medium-sized vulture of 76 to 86 cm (30 to 34 in) in length, weighing 3.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in deciduous forests and foothills and river valleys.

Diet

Carnivore

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Destruction
Pollution
Invasive Species
Over-Collection
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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