Hooded Vulture
Necrosyrtes monachus
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Critically Endangered
Wingspan
94.3 cm
Weight
2050.0 g
Family
Accipitridae
Order
Accipitriformes
The Hooded Vulture (Necrosyrtes monachus) is a bird species in the family Accipitridae (hawks, eagles & kites), within the order Accipitriformes (hawks & eagles). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 94.3 cm and a weight of 2 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Critically Endangered.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 94.3 cm | 37.1 in |
| Weight | 2050.0 g | 72.31 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Critically Endangered
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Incubation: 48-54 days. Fledging: 89-130 days.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles) |
| Family | Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites) |
| Genus | Necrosyrtes |
| Species | Necrosyrtes monachus |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Arabic | نسر مقنبع |
| French | Vautour charognard |
| German | Kappengeier |
| Japanese | ズキンハゲワシ |
| Portuguese | Abutre-de-capuz |
| Russian | Бурый стервятник |
| Spanish | alimoche sombrío |
Distribution
Hooded Vulture has been recorded in 5 countries.
Present
Not recorded
countries highlighted
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Hooded Vulture endangered?
The Hooded Vulture has a conservation status of Critically Endangered.
How does the Hooded Vulture nest?
Incubation: 48-54 days. Fledging: 89-130 days.
How big is the Hooded Vulture?
The Hooded Vulture has a wingspan of 94.3 cm, weight of 2050.0 g.
What order and family does the Hooded Vulture belong to?
The Hooded Vulture (Necrosyrtes monachus) belongs to the order Accipitriformes and the family Accipitridae.
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