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North America
California Condor
Gymnogyps californianus
About this species
Bird-watchers in North America often spot the California Condor in mountain settings. This Cathartidae species is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN.
The California 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 Critically Endangered, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of North America.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Cathartidae family and Cathartiformes order.