About the Bearded Vulture
The Bearded Vulture (Gypaetus barbatus) is a species of bird in the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), within the order Accipitriformes. This family contains 250 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code lammer1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Hawks, Eagles, and Kites (Accipitridae) |
| Species | Gypaetus barbatus |
| Species Codes | lammer1, BEVU, LAMM |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bearded Vulture belong to?
The Bearded Vulture (Gypaetus barbatus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Bearded Vulture?
The Bearded Vulture is a member of the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Bearded Vulture sighting?
You can log sightings of Bearded Vulture on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lammer1, or on iNaturalist.