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Lappet-faced Vulture

Torgos tracheliotos

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Accipitriformes ›Family: Accipitridae ›Genus: Torgos

About

The lappet-faced vulture or Nubian vulture (Torgos tracheliotos) is an Old World vulture belonging to the bird order Accipitriformes, which also includes eagles, kites, buzzards and hawks. It is the only member of the genus Torgos. It is not closely related to the superficially similar New World vultures, and does not share the good sense of smell of some members of that group.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Lappet-faced Vulture?
The scientific name of Lappet-faced Vulture is Torgos tracheliotos.
What is the conservation status of Lappet-faced Vulture?
The Lappet-faced Vulture has a conservation status of Endangered.
What kingdom does Lappet-faced Vulture belong to?
Lappet-faced Vulture belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Lappet-faced Vulture belong to?
Lappet-faced Vulture belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Lappet-faced Vulture belong to?
Lappet-faced Vulture belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Lappet-faced Vulture belong to?
Lappet-faced Vulture belongs to the order Accipitriformes.
What family does Lappet-faced Vulture belong to?
Lappet-faced Vulture belongs to the family Accipitridae.
What genus does Lappet-faced Vulture belong to?
Lappet-faced Vulture belongs to the genus Torgos.