American Black Vulture vs King Vulture
Coragyps atratus compared with Sarcoramphus papa
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | American Black Vulture | King Vulture |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Coragyps atratus | Sarcoramphus papa |
| Order | Cathartiformes | Cathartiformes |
| Family | Cathartidae | Cathartidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 82.0 cm (32.3 in) | 101.6 cm (40.0 in) |
| Weight | 1811.8333333333333 g (63.91 oz) | 4031.25 g (142.20 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-4 | 1-2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
American Black Vulture
Least Concern
King Vulture
About These Birds
American Black Vulture
The American Black Vulture is a heavy-bodied scavenger weighing nearly 1,800 g with a broad 82 cm wingspan, widespread across the Americas from the United States to Argentina. It soars on thermals in flocks, relying primarily on sight to locate carrion.