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South America
Andean Condor
Vultur gryphus
About this species
A characteristic species of the Cathartidae family, the Andean Condor occupies mountain regions throughout South America. Its IUCN status is currently Vulnerable.
The Andean Condor is part of the order Cathartiformes and the Cathartidae family. Its preferred habitat is mountain, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Vulnerable, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of South America.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Cathartidae family and Cathartiformes order.