Rüppell’s vultures (Gyps rueppelli) feeding in Serengeti National Park. Playing the role of scavengers, vulture are vital cleaners of ecosystems. Studies show the ecosystem and health benefits ...

while other Rüppell's and white-backed vultures ( Gyps africanus) move in for a piece of the action. More vultures will likely join the banquet. They can strip a carcass clean in minutes.

It is the only region in peninsular India where you have the biggest nesting colony of Gyps vultures in the wild. None of the ...

However, over the past four years, the birds have been consistently reproducing, a positive sign for the conservation of these endangered species. Typically, vultures breed only once a year, making ...

What is the white-backed vulture? The white-backed vulture is the most common and widespread vulture in sub-Saharan Africa. It is recognizable by its dark-brown face, long, white neck, and of ...

The forests in this region are home to several critically endangered species, such as the white-rumped vulture (Gyps bengalensis), long-billed vulture (Gyps indices), Asian king vulture (Sarcogyps ...

An expert at the Pretoria Zoo's unwavering dedication and passion have made a substantial impact on the conservation of vultures.