Baku Zoological Park
Griffon Vulture
Size and weight
93-110 cm in length and 234-269 cm in wingspan
6.5-11 kg
Nutrition
Carnivore
Life Span
25-40 years
Reproduction
1-2
Conservation status
Least Concern. Included in the Red Book of Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan, Arid mountainous and lowland landscapes of southern Europe, Asia, North Africa, Caucasus, Crimea
The Griffon vulture has an excellent eyesight and, while in flight, it can spot an animal carcass from more than five-kilometer distance. In comparison to other vulture species, these forage in groups and breed in colonies on steep cliffs