About the Hooded Vulture
The Hooded Vulture (Necrosyrtes monachus) 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 hoovul1 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 | Necrosyrtes monachus |
| Species Codes | hoovul1, HOVU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Hooded Vulture belong to?
The Hooded Vulture (Necrosyrtes monachus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Hooded Vulture?
The Hooded 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 Hooded Vulture sighting?
You can log sightings of Hooded Vulture on eBird (ebird.org) using species code hoovul1, or on iNaturalist.