We love vultures. That includes every vulture from every part of the world! Did you know that there are 23 different species of vulture, each with their own unique characteristics and appearance? Read about some of the California condor’s feathered friends and try to decide who your favorite vulture is (we know who we’d choose!).
California Condor
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The California Condor is one of 23 species of vultures in the world, of which 9 are critically endangered
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REGION: North America / Western United States |
Hooded Vulture
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REGION: Africa |
Indian Vulture
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REGION: India, Middle East |
Red-Headed Vulture
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REGION: India, Asia |
Ruppell's Vulture
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REGION: Central Africa |
Slender-billed Vulture
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REGION: India, Asia |
White-backed Vulture
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REGION: Africa |
White-headed Vulture
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REGION: Africa |
White-rumped Vulture
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REGION: India, Southeast Asia |
Cape Vulture
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REGION: Southern Africa |
Egyptian Vulture
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REGION: Europe, Africa, Middle East, India |
Lappet-faced Vulture
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REGION: Africa |
Andean Condor
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REGION: South America |
Bearded Vulture (Lammergeier)
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REGION: Africa, Europe, Asia |
Cinereous Vulture
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REGION: Southern Europe, Asia |
Himalayan Vulture
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REGION: Himalayan Mountains |
American Black Vulture
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REGION: United State, Central/South America |
Greater Yellow-headed Vulture
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REGION: Central/South America |
Griffon Vulture
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REGION: Europe, Africa, Middle East, Asia |
King Vulture
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REGION: Central/South America |
Lesser Yellow-headed Vulture
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REGION: Central/South America |
Palm-nut Vulture
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REGION: Africa |
Turkey Vulture
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REGION: North/Central/South America |
