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grifo-himalaio

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 grifo-himalaio?
The scientific name of grifo-himalaio is Gyps himalayensis. It belongs to the genus Gyps.
What is the conservation status of grifo-himalaio?
grifo-himalaio (Gyps himalayensis) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does grifo-himalaio live?
grifo-himalaio 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 grifo-himalaio belong to?
grifo-himalaio (Gyps himalayensis) belongs to the genus Gyps, which is part of the taxonomic family Accipitridae.
What kingdom does grifo-himalaio belong to?
grifo-himalaio (Gyps himalayensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of grifo-himalaio?
The closest relatives of grifo-himalaio in the genus Gyps include grifo, grifo-de-bengala, grifo-de-bico-comprido, grifo-de-bico-estreito, grifo-de-dorso-branco.

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