Cape Griffon
Cape Griffon
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The Cape Vulture is a large Old World vulture endemic to southern Africa, characterized by its pale, sandy plumage and bare pale head. It is a colonial breeder, nesting on sheer cliffs.
Where to spot
Rocky cliffs, mountains, and open grasslands of southern Africa (South Africa, Lesotho, Botswana, Zimbabwe). Often restricted to specific breeding colonies.
How to spot
Look for its large size, pale, almost white plumage (especially when adult), and long neck with a pale ruff. Often seen soaring in thermals or congregating at communal roosts and breeding cliffs.
When to spot
Year-round, active during daylight. Look for large colonies at nesting sites or soaring over open country, especially during warmer parts of the day.
Where to spot
Rocky cliffs, mountains, and open grasslands of southern Africa (South Africa, Lesotho, Botswana, Zimbabwe). Often restricted to specific breeding colonies.
How to spot
Look for its large size, pale, almost white plumage (especially when adult), and long neck with a pale ruff. Often seen soaring in thermals or congregating at communal roosts and breeding cliffs.
When to spot
Year-round, active during daylight. Look for large colonies at nesting sites or soaring over open country, especially during warmer parts of the day.
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Wikimedia Commons
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Wikimedia Commons
This vulture is known for its 'community feeding' behavior, where multiple individuals quickly descend on a carcass, often emptying it in a remarkably short time, showcasing efficient social scavenging.
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