About the Eurasian Griffon
The Eurasian Griffon (Gyps fulvus) 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 eurgri1 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 | Gyps fulvus |
| Species Codes | eurgri1, EGVU, GRVU, EUGR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Eurasian Griffon belong to?
The Eurasian Griffon (Gyps fulvus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Eurasian Griffon?
The Eurasian Griffon 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 Eurasian Griffon sighting?
You can log sightings of Eurasian Griffon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code eurgri1, or on iNaturalist.