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Himalayan Griffon Vulture

Gyps himalayensis

Photo by GurudasNulkar
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

A huge bird, commonly seen in the Himalayas. Soars to great heights. Can take the low pressure and low temperatures well.

Habitat:

Himalayan range.

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Juvenile Long Billed Vulture... (Gyps indicus)
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PublishedNovember 7, 2011

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