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Vautour chassefiente

Gyps coprotheres

Vulnerable

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The Cape Griffon (Gyps coprotheres) is a species in the genus Gyps. It is currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Found in Norway. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles)

Family

Accipitridae (Hawks & Eagles)

Genus

Gyps

Species

Gyps coprotheres (Vautour chassefiente)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ケープシロエリハゲワシ

Chinese 南非兀鹫

Spanish Buitre de El Cabo

French Vautour chassefiente

German Kapgeier

Portuguese grifo-do-cabo

Russian Капский сип

Similar Species in Gyps

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Vautour africain

Gyps africanus

Critically Endangered

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Vautour à long bec

Gyps tenuirostris

Critically Endangered

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Vautour chaugoun

Gyps bengalensis

Critically Endangered

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Vautour de l'Himalaya

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Vautour chassefiente?

The scientific name of Vautour chassefiente is Gyps coprotheres. It belongs to the genus Gyps.

What is the conservation status of Vautour chassefiente?

Vautour chassefiente (Gyps coprotheres) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Vautour chassefiente live?

Vautour chassefiente is found in Found in Norway. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Norway.

What family does Vautour chassefiente belong to?

Vautour chassefiente (Gyps coprotheres) belongs to the genus Gyps, which is part of the taxonomic family Accipitridae.

Is Vautour chassefiente endangered?

Yes, Vautour chassefiente (Gyps coprotheres) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Vautour chassefiente belong to?

Vautour chassefiente (Gyps coprotheres) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Vautour chassefiente?

The closest relatives of Vautour chassefiente in the genus Gyps include Vautour africain, Vautour à long bec, Vautour chaugoun, Vautour de l'Himalaya, Vautour de Rüppell.