Eurasian Griffon
Gyps fulvus
About the Eurasian Griffon
The griffon vulture (Gyps fulvus) is a large Old World vulture in the bird of prey family Accipitridae. It is also known as the Eurasian griffon. It is not to be confused with a different species, Rüppell's griffon vulture (Gyps rueppellii). It is closely related to the white-backed vulture (Gyps africanus).
Key Facts
- Well-known species with 37,482 recorded observations.
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Eurasian Griffon?
The scientific name of the Eurasian Griffon is Gyps fulvus.
How many Eurasian Griffon sightings have been recorded?
37,482 observations of the Eurasian Griffon have been recorded on iNaturalist.
37,482
observations on iNaturalist
