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African White -Backed Vulture

Gyps africanus

Photo by MickGrant
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Field Notes

Description:

Bald Head, White lower back and Dark upper wing ends. These were being held off a carcase of a Giraffe at the side of the road by the lion family.

Habitat:

Open savanna parkland. Often seen circling above the thorn bush in the park.

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