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Palm-nut Vulture

Gypohierax angolensis

Taxonomy

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

About

The palm-nut vulture (Gypohierax angolensis) or vulturine fish eagle, is a large bird of prey in the family Accipitridae (which also includes many other diurnal raptors such as kites, buzzards and harriers, vultures, and eagles). It is the only member of the genus Gypohierax. Unusual for birds of prey, it feeds mainly on the fruit of the oil palm, though it also feeds on crabs, molluscs, locusts, and fish, and has been known to occasionally attack...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Palm-nut Vulture?
The scientific name of Palm-nut Vulture is Gypohierax angolensis.
What is the conservation status of Palm-nut Vulture?
The Palm-nut Vulture has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Palm-nut Vulture belong to?
Palm-nut Vulture belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Palm-nut Vulture belong to?
Palm-nut Vulture belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Palm-nut Vulture belong to?
Palm-nut Vulture belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Palm-nut Vulture belong to?
Palm-nut Vulture belongs to the order Accipitriformes.
What family does Palm-nut Vulture belong to?
Palm-nut Vulture belongs to the family Accipitridae.
What genus does Palm-nut Vulture belong to?
Palm-nut Vulture belongs to the genus Gypohierax.