Cinereous Vulture vs Montagu's Harrier
Aegypius monachus compared with Circus pygargus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Cinereous Vulture | Montagu's Harrier |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aegypius monachus | Circus pygargus |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 146.8 cm (57.8 in) | 72.5 cm (28.5 in) |
| Weight | 9625.0 g (339.51 oz) | 307.75 g (10.86 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-2 | 1-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
Cinereous Vulture
Least Concern
Montagu's Harrier
About These Birds
Cinereous Vulture
The Cinereous Vulture (<em>Aegypius monachus</em>), also known as the Black Vulture or Monk Vulture, is a very large Old World vulture in the family Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites). It inhabits forest and grassland environments, foraging over open and semi-open landscapes. Detailed plumage and behavioral descriptions of this species are limited in the available literature, though it is generally known as one of the largest flying birds in the world. The Cinereous Vulture constructs a platform nest (nest type PL), …