Tuesday, March 14, 2017

HIMALAYAN VULTURE

Kochi Tappu Wildlife Reserve, Nepal March 2017
1013           HIMALAYAN  VULTURE               Gyps himalayensis

NEPAL                  81

Also known as himalayan Griffon. 115-125 cm. Breeds in mountains and Trans-Himalayan Tibetan steppe desert, especially along routes well used by pack animals; winters dow to plains. Widespread resident, subject to seasonal altitudinal movements, and partial migration.



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