The Griffon Vulture (Gyps fulvus) is a large Old World vulture that lives in Eurasia; they nest in colonies in cliffs that are untouched by humans and also in crags on mountains. They are closely related to the White-Backed Vulture. Like other Old World vultures, the species has a very white head, broad wings, and short tail feathers. The neck ruff is white, and the bill is yellow, and the buff colored body and wing coverts contrast with the darker flight feathers. By soaring over open areas, they find carcasses to feed on.
The Griffon Vulture has a wingspan in the range of 90.6”-110.2” (230-280 cm) and total weight of 13.2-33.1 lb (6-15 kg). The body of the Griffon Vulture has an overall length between 37.4”-48” (95-122 cm), body width of 12.2”-15.4” (31-39 cm), and standing height of roughly 25.8”-33.1” (65.5-84 cm). The typical lifespan of the Griffon Vulture is between 35-42 years.
The Griffon Vulture (Gyps fulvus) is a large Old World vulture that lives in Eurasia; they nest in colonies in cliffs that are untouched by humans and also in crags on mountains. They are closely related to the White-Backed Vulture. Like other Old World vultures, the species has a very white head, broad wings, and short tail feathers. The neck ruff is white, and the bill is yellow, and the buff colored body and wing coverts contrast with the darker flight feathers. By soaring over open areas, they find carcasses to feed on.
The Griffon Vulture has a wingspan in the range of 90.6”-110.2” (230-280 cm) and total weight of 13.2-33.1 lb (6-15 kg). The body of the Griffon Vulture has an overall length between 37.4”-48” (95-122 cm), body width of 12.2”-15.4” (31-39 cm), and standing height of roughly 25.8”-33.1” (65.5-84 cm). The typical lifespan of the Griffon Vulture is between 35-42 years.
