Vultures are often misunderstood and seen as intimidating or even ‘dirty’ because they feed on dead animals and carcasses. But, did you know these massive birds play an important role in ...
“In this way, we obtained around 15,000 data points of ACC signatures ascribed to a verified, specific vulture behaviour. These included active flight, gliding, lying, feeding and standin ...
Although turkey vultures feed exclusively on carrion, black vultures are known to sometimes prey on livestock, including newborn cattle, piglets and goats. A 2020 report also noted incidents of ...
Rüppell’s vultures (Gyps rueppelli) feeding in Serengeti National Park. Playing the role of scavengers, vulture are vital cleaners of ecosystems. Studies show the ecosystem and health benefits ...
Capturing the beauty and appeal of these often elusive yet universally popular subjects. Charlie wanted to capture an African vulture feeding scrum from its centre, so he positioned a specially ...
This European vulture, boasting a wingspan of 8-9 feet, thrives in mountainous areas and is vital for maintaining ecological balance by feeding on carrion. Known as the “bone eater,” this ...
Vultures have long evoked images of death, hovering over ailing animals and feeding off their rotting corpses. But the near extinction of the scavenger birds in India during the 1990s led to the ...