Cinereous Vulture

Aegypius Monachus

Order:

Accipitriformes

Family:

Accipitridae

Size:

100-120 cm

Weight:

M 7000-11,500 g, F 7500-12,500 g

Taxonomy:

Monotypic Vultur Monachus (Linnaeus, 1766)

Short Description:

Cinereous Vulture (Aegypius monachus) is a magnificent bird of prey found in Pakistan, particularly in the northern and northwestern regions. With a wingspan reaching up to 2.9 meters, it is one of the largest flying birds in the world. This vulture species is characterized by its dark plumage and featherless head. Cinereous Vultures are primarily scavengers, feeding on carrion and playing a crucial role in ecosystem health by cleaning up carcasses. They inhabit a variety of landscapes including forests, grasslands, and mountainous regions, often congregating in large numbers at feeding sites.

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Cinereous Vulture (Aegypius monachus) is primarily distributed in the northern and northwestern regions of Pakistan. This includes areas such as the Himalayan foothills, the Hindu Kush mountain range, and adjacent plains and valleys. These vultures inhabit a variety of habitats ranging from forests to grasslands and mountainous regions.

Cinereous Vulture (Aegypius monachus) exhibits typical scavenging behavior, primarily feeding on carrion. These vultures are often observed soaring in the skies or perched on high vantage points, scanning for carcasses. They congregate in large groups at feeding sites, where they compete with other scavengers for access to food. Cinereous Vultures also play a vital ecological role in cleaning up carcasses, which helps prevent the spread of disease and maintains ecosystem balance. Breeding behavior involves selecting nesting sites in cliffs or tall trees, where they build large stick nests. However, like many vulture species, the Cinereous Vulture faces threats such as habitat loss, poisoning, and collisions with power lines in Pakistan.