Egyptian vulture, Neophron percnopterus, Single bird in flight, Spain, July 2016
The Egyptian vulture (Neophron percnopterus) is a small Old World vulture native to Africa, Southern Europe, and Southern Asia. It inhabits open, arid areas near humans, with plenty of food options.
The vulture is one of the world’s most common scavengers. The vulture, often regarded as a nuisance, are an integral part of the ecosystem.
Egyptian vulture (Neophron Percnopterus) Egyptian vulture (Neophron Percnopterus) sits on the stone, Socotra, Yemen
