About the Palm-nut Vulture
The palm-nut vulture or vulturine fish eagle, is a large bird of prey in the family Accipitridae. It is the only member of the genus Gypohierax.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Hawks, Eagles, and Kites (Accipitridae) |
| Species | Gypohierax angolensis |
| Species Codes | panvul1, PNVU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Palm-nut Vulture belong to?
The Palm-nut Vulture (Gypohierax angolensis) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Palm-nut Vulture?
The palm-nut vulture or vulturine fish eagle, is a large bird of prey in the family Accipitridae. It is the only member of the genus Gypohierax....
Where can I report a Palm-nut Vulture sighting?
You can log sightings of Palm-nut Vulture on eBird (ebird.org) using species code panvul1, or on iNaturalist.
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