Andean Condor
Vultur gryphus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="vultur-gryphus"></birdfyi-bird>The Andean Condor (Vultur gryphus) is a bird species in the family Cathartidae (new world vultures & condors), within the order Cathartiformes (new world vultures). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 158 cm and a weight of 11.3 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.
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About
The Andean Condor is one of the world's largest flying birds, with a massive 158 cm wingspan and weighing over 11 kg. It soars on thermal currents along the Andes, scavenging carcasses across vast territories. This vulnerable species is a cultural icon across South American Andean nations.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 158.0 cm | 62.2 in |
| Weight | 11325.0 g | 399.48 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Incubation: 59 days. Fledging: 180 days.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cathartiformes (New World Vultures) |
| Family | Cathartidae (New World Vultures & Condors) |
| Genus | Vultur |
| Species | Vultur gryphus |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Arabic | كندور الأنديز |
| Chinese | 安地斯神鹫 |
| French | condor des Andes |
| German | Andenkondor |
| Indonesian | Kondor Andes |
| Japanese | コンドル |
| Korean | 안데스콘도르 |
| Portuguese | Condor-dos-andes |
| Russian | Андский кондор |
| Thai | แร้งคอนดอร์แอนดีส |
| Turkish | And kondoru |
| Vietnamese | Thần ưng Andes |
Distribution
Andean Condor has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Cathartidae family