Ruppell's Vulture - Gyps rueppelli

Length 3.3 ft (101.0 cm)
Wingspan 7.9 ft (241.0 cm)
Weight 15.0-19.8 lb (6800-9000 g)
Clutch Size 1
Chicks at birth Altricial
IUCN Conservation Status Endangered
Continents:AF
     

Ruppell's Vulture or Ruppell's Griffon Vulture is found throughout the Sahel region of central Africa. They are highly social and gather in large flocks. They are carrion eaters.

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