About the Egyptian Vulture
The Egyptian vulture, also called the white scavenger vulture or pharaoh's chicken, is a small Old World vulture in the monotypic genus Neophron. It is widely distributed from the Iberian Peninsula, North Africa, West Asia and India. The contrasting underwing pattern and wedge-shaped tail make it distinctive in flight as it soars in thermals during the warmer parts of the day. Egyptian vultures feed mainly on carrion but are opportunistic and will prey on small mammals, birds, and reptiles. They also feed on the eggs of other birds, breaking larger ones by tossing a large pebble onto them.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Hawks, Eagles, and Kites (Accipitridae) |
| Species | Neophron percnopterus |
| Species Codes | egyvul1, EGVU |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Egyptian Vulture belong to?
The Egyptian Vulture (Neophron percnopterus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Egyptian Vulture?
The Egyptian Vulture is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Egyptian Vulture?
The Egyptian vulture, also called the white scavenger vulture or pharaoh's chicken, is a small Old World vulture in the monotypic genus Neophron. It is widely distributed from the Iberian Peninsula, North Africa, West Asia and India. The contrasting underwing pattern and wedge-shaped tail make it di...
Where can I report a Egyptian Vulture sighting?
You can log sightings of Egyptian Vulture on eBird (ebird.org) using species code egyvul1, or on iNaturalist.
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