Hooded Vulture
The Hooded Vulture (Necrosyrtes monachus) is a carnivorous bird native to Africa.
The hooded vulture is an Old World vulture in the order Accipitriformes, which also includes eagles, kites, buzzards and hawks. It is the only member of the genus Necrosyrtes, which is sister to the larger Gyps genus, both of which are a part of the Aegypiinae subfamily of Old World vultures. — Wikipedia
- Scientific name
- Necrosyrtes monachus
- Class
- Bird
- Family / order
- Accipitridae
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Habitat
- Terrestrial
- Found in
- Africa
- Weight
- 2 kg
- Lifespan
- 21.3 years
- Activity
- Diurnality
- Conservation status
- Critically Endangered
What does a Hooded Vulture eat?
The hooded vulture is a carnivore, feeding on other animals.
How big is a Hooded Vulture?
The hooded vulture weighs around 2 kg.
How long do Hooded Vultures live?
In the wild, the hooded vulture can live up to about 21.3 years.
Where do Hooded Vultures live?
Hooded Vultures are found in Africa, in terrestrial habitats.
Is the hooded vulture endangered?
The hooded vulture is currently listed as “Critically Endangered” on the IUCN Red List.