About the Egyptian Vulture
The Egyptian Vulture (Neophron percnopterus) 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 egyvul1 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 | Neophron percnopterus |
| Species Codes | egyvul1, EGVU |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Egyptian Vulture belong to?
The Egyptian Vulture (Neophron percnopterus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Egyptian Vulture?
The Egyptian Vulture is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Egyptian Vulture?
The Egyptian 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 Egyptian Vulture sighting?
You can log sightings of Egyptian Vulture on eBird (ebird.org) using species code egyvul1, or on iNaturalist.