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Cape Griffon

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

Kingdom

Animalia (động vật)

Phylum

Chordata (động vật có dây sống)

Class

Aves (chim)

Order

Accipitriformes (bộ Ưng)

Family

Accipitridae (Hawks & Eagles)

Genus

Gyps

Species

Gyps coprotheres (Cape Griffon)

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

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Critically Endangered

Slender-billed Vulture

Gyps tenuirostris

Critically Endangered

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Gyps africanus

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White-rumped Vulture

Gyps bengalensis

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cape Griffon?

The scientific name of Cape Griffon is Gyps coprotheres. It belongs to the genus Gyps.

What is the conservation status of Cape Griffon?

Cape Griffon (Gyps coprotheres) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Cape Griffon live?

Cape Griffon 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 Cape Griffon belong to?

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

Is Cape Griffon endangered?

Yes, Cape Griffon (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 Cape Griffon belong to?

Cape Griffon (Gyps coprotheres) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (động vật).

What are the closest relatives of Cape Griffon?

The closest relatives of Cape Griffon in the genus Gyps include Eurasian Griffon, Himalayan Griffon, Indian Vulture, Rüppell's Griffon, Slender-billed Vulture.