About the White-backed Vulture
The white-backed vulture is an Old World vulture in the family Accipitridae, which also includes eagles, kites, buzzards and hawks. It is the most common vulture species in the continent of Africa.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Hawks, Eagles, and Kites (Accipitridae) |
| Species | Gyps africanus |
| Species Codes | whbvul1, WBVU |
| Conservation | CR Critically Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-backed Vulture belong to?
The White-backed Vulture (Gyps africanus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
What is the conservation status of the White-backed Vulture?
The White-backed Vulture is classified as "Critically Endangered" (CR) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the White-backed Vulture?
The white-backed vulture is an Old World vulture in the family Accipitridae, which also includes eagles, kites, buzzards and hawks. It is the most common vulture species in the continent of Africa....
Where can I report a White-backed Vulture sighting?
You can log sightings of White-backed Vulture on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whbvul1, or on iNaturalist.
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