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Lappet-faced Vulture

Torgos tracheliotos

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (동물)
Phylum
Chordata (척삭동물)
Class
Aves (새)
Order
Accipitriformes (수리목)
Family
Accipitridae (Hawks & Eagles)
Genus
Torgos
Species
Torgos tracheliotos (Lappet-faced Vulture)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ミミヒダハゲワシ
Chinese 皱脸秃鹫
Spanish Buitre orejudo
French Vautour oricou
German Ohrengeier
Portuguese abutre-real
Russian Африканский ушастый гриф
Arabic نسر اذون

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Lappet-faced Vulture?
The scientific name of Lappet-faced Vulture is Torgos tracheliotos. It belongs to the genus Torgos.
What is the conservation status of Lappet-faced Vulture?
Lappet-faced Vulture (Torgos tracheliotos) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Lappet-faced Vulture live?
Lappet-faced Vulture is found in Found in Norway. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Norway.
What family does Lappet-faced Vulture belong to?
Lappet-faced Vulture (Torgos tracheliotos) belongs to the genus Torgos, which is part of the taxonomic family Accipitridae.
Is Lappet-faced Vulture endangered?
Yes, Lappet-faced Vulture (Torgos tracheliotos) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Lappet-faced Vulture belong to?
Lappet-faced Vulture (Torgos tracheliotos) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (동물).

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Torgos — 1 Species

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Lappet-faced Vulture
Torgos tracheliotos
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