Family
Cathartidae
7 species in this taxon
Cathartidae (Cathartidae) is a family of organisms sharing recent common ancestry and similar characteristics. It contains 5 genuss with 7 known species. This includes the genus groups Cathartes, Coragyps, Gymnogyps, Sarcoramphus, and Vultur. Among its members, 2 species are currently classified as threatened (Critically Endangered, Endangered, or Vulnerable). It belongs to Hawks & Eagles (Accipitriformes).