About the Palm-nut Vulture
The Palm-nut Vulture (Gypohierax angolensis) 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 panvul1 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 | Gypohierax angolensis |
| Species Codes | panvul1, PNVU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Palm-nut Vulture belong to?
The Palm-nut Vulture (Gypohierax angolensis) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Palm-nut Vulture?
The Palm-nut 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 Palm-nut Vulture sighting?
You can log sightings of Palm-nut Vulture on eBird (ebird.org) using species code panvul1, or on iNaturalist.