About the Cinereous Vulture
The Cinereous Vulture (Aegypius monachus) is a species of bird in the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), within the order Accipitriformes. This family contains 250 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code cinvul1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Hawks, Eagles, and Kites (Accipitridae) |
| Species | Aegypius monachus |
| Species Codes | cinvul1, CIVU, BLVU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Cinereous Vulture belong to?
The Cinereous Vulture (Aegypius monachus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Cinereous Vulture?
The Cinereous Vulture is a member of the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Cinereous Vulture sighting?
You can log sightings of Cinereous Vulture on eBird (ebird.org) using species code cinvul1, or on iNaturalist.