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Europe
Bearded Vulture
Gypaetus barbatus
About this species
Bird-watchers in Europe often spot the Bearded Vulture in mountain settings. This Accipitridae species is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN.
The Bearded Vulture is part of the order Accipitriformes and the Accipitridae family. Its preferred habitat is mountain, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Near Threatened, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of Europe.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Accipitridae family and Accipitriformes order.
