Birds of Switzerland

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Bearded Vulture

Bearded Vulture
Gypaetus barbatus

Birds of Switzerland

Bearded Vulture | Gypaetus barbatus |


Voice

Status (in CH)

rare, local breeder

Annual cycleFragezeichen

Annual cycle

Facts

Fragezeichen Population size in Switzerland (Pairs):
3-4 (2007-2011)
Red List CH Fragezeichen
Critically Endangered
Migration behaviour:
resident
Length (cm):
100-115
Weight (g):
5000-7000
Clutch size:
1-2
Nest site:
crevices
Incubation (days):
55-60
Fragezeichen Nestling stage (days):
100-110
Food:
carcasses, bones
Group:
Hawks, Vultures and Eagles
Habitat:
alpine habitats

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Population

Hochgebirge © Marcel Burkhardt