Cape Vulture
Gyps coprotheres
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
137.4 cm
Weight
8985.0 g
Family
Accipitridae
Order
Accipitriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 137.4 cm | 54.1 in |
| Weight | 8985.0 g | 316.94 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 55 days. Fledging: 140 days.
Clutch Size
1-2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles) |
| Family | Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites) |
| Genus | Gyps |
| Species | Gyps coprotheres |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Arabic | نسر الرأس |
| Chinese | 南非兀鷲 |
| French | Vautour chassefiente |
| German | Kapgeier |
| Japanese | ケープハゲワシ |
| Portuguese | Abutre-do-cabo |
| Russian | Капский гриф |
| Spanish | buitre de El Cabo |
Distribution
Cape Vulture has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Cape Vulture endangered?
The Cape Vulture has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Cape Vulture nest?
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 55 days. Fledging: 140 days.
How big is the Cape Vulture?
The Cape Vulture has a wingspan of 137.4 cm, weight of 8985.0 g.
What order and family does the Cape Vulture belong to?
The Cape Vulture (Gyps coprotheres) belongs to the order Accipitriformes and the family Accipitridae.
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