Andean Condor
Andean Condor
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A magnificent and very large New World vulture, one of the largest flying birds in the world, found in the Andes Mountains of South America. It has glossy black plumage with a white ruff and white patches on its wings.
Where to spot
High Andean mountains, grasslands, and deserts, often near rocky cliffs for roosting and nesting, throughout South America.
How to spot
Look for its enormous size, glossy black plumage, distinctive white ruff around its neck, and white patches on the upper wings (especially in males).
When to spot
Year-round. Best observed during daylight hours, soaring high over mountain ranges or perched on rocky outcrops.
Where to spot
High Andean mountains, grasslands, and deserts, often near rocky cliffs for roosting and nesting, throughout South America.
How to spot
Look for its enormous size, glossy black plumage, distinctive white ruff around its neck, and white patches on the upper wings (especially in males).
When to spot
Year-round. Best observed during daylight hours, soaring high over mountain ranges or perched on rocky outcrops.
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Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
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Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
The Andean Condor has the largest wingspan of any land bird, sometimes exceeding 3 meters (10 feet), allowing it to soar effortlessly on air currents over mountain peaks.
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