Bearded Vulture vs Snail Kite
Gypaetus barbatus compared with Rostrhamus sociabilis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Bearded Vulture | Snail Kite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gypaetus barbatus | Rostrhamus sociabilis |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 152.1 cm (59.9 in) | 69.0 cm (27.2 in) |
| Weight | 5800.0 g (204.59 oz) | 375.75 g (13.25 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-2 | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
Bearded Vulture
Least Concern
Snail Kite
About These Birds
Bearded Vulture
The Bearded Vulture, or Lammergeier, is a spectacular high-mountain raptor found from the Pyrenees and Africa to Central and South Asia. Adults are orange-buff below, dark above, with a long diamond-shaped tail and striking beard of dark bristles below the bill. Uniquely, it feeds almost exclusively on bones, dropping them from height onto rocks to access the nutritious marrow.