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Vautour de l'Himalaya

Gyps himalayensis

Near Threatened
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Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Norway. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ヒマラヤハゲワシ
Chinese 高山兀鷲
Spanish Buitre del Himalaya
French Vautour de l'Himalaya
German Schneegeier
Portuguese grifo-himalaio
Russian Кумай
Thai อีแร้งสีน้ำตาลหิมาลัย

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Vautour de l'Himalaya?
The scientific name of Vautour de l'Himalaya is Gyps himalayensis. It belongs to the genus Gyps.
What is the conservation status of Vautour de l'Himalaya?
Vautour de l'Himalaya (Gyps himalayensis) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Vautour de l'Himalaya live?
Vautour de l'Himalaya is found in Found in Norway. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Norway.
What family does Vautour de l'Himalaya belong to?
Vautour de l'Himalaya (Gyps himalayensis) belongs to the genus Gyps, which is part of the taxonomic family Accipitridae.
What kingdom does Vautour de l'Himalaya belong to?
Vautour de l'Himalaya (Gyps himalayensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).
What are the closest relatives of Vautour de l'Himalaya?
The closest relatives of Vautour de l'Himalaya in the genus Gyps include Vautour africain, Vautour à long bec, Vautour chassefiente, Vautour chaugoun, Vautour de Rüppell.

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