Andean Condor
Vultur gryphus
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
158.0 cm
Weight
11325.0 g
Family
Cathartidae
Order
Cathartiformes
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
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
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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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Andean Condor endangered?
The Andean Condor has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Andean Condor nest?
Incubation: 59 days. Fledging: 180 days.
How big is the Andean Condor?
The Andean Condor has a wingspan of 158.0 cm, weight of 11325.0 g.
What order and family does the Andean Condor belong to?
The Andean Condor (Vultur gryphus) belongs to the order Cathartiformes and the family Cathartidae.
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