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Species related to the Egyptian vulture (Neophron percnopterus)

Steppe eagle (Aquila nipalensis)
A relatively large, handsome bird of prey, the steppe eagle closely resembles a number of related eagle species such as the tawny eagle... More 31 Images 7 Videos
Pallid harrier (Circus macrourus)
This migratory bird of prey, like other harriers, has distinct male and female plumage. The pallid harrier male has very pale grey... More 11 Images 0 videos
Lesser spotted eagle (Aquila pomarina)
The lesser spotted eagle is a medium-sized bird of prey with dark brown plumage, broad wings and a small bill. While there can be... More 16 Images 2 Videos
Booted eagle (Hieraaetus pennatus)
The booted eagle is a small, stocky eagle with a rounded head and heavily feathered legs. It occurs in two main colour forms that are almost... More 12 Images 1 Video
Short-toed snake-eagle (Circaetus gallicus)
The short-toed snake-eagle is a large, long-winged eagle with a broad head, a relatively small beak, and long, bare legs. The plumage is... More 30 Images 5 Videos
Tawny eagle (Aquila rapax)
Common and widespread, the tawny eagle is a relatively large, handsome bird of prey, with heavily feathered legs. The plumage is generally... More 32 Images 1 Video
Peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus)
One of the fastest species in the world, the peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus) may reach speeds of up to 250 kilometres per hour (155... More 43 Images 11 Videos
Chukar (Alectoris chukar)
The most distinguishing features of this attractive bird are the vivid black and white stripes that decorate the wings and the black band... More 17 Images 2 Videos
Rosy starling (Sturnus roseus)
The rosy starling (Sturnus roseus) has a black head, chest and tail, with a purple or blue sheen. The feathers of the back of the neck form... More 18 Images 2 Videos
White-throated robin (Irania gutturalis)
The white-throated robin (Irania gutturalis) is a small, unobtrusive yet boldly marked bird that is rarely seen due to its shy nature. This... More 5 Images 0 videos
Kurdish wheatear (Oenanthe xanthoprymna)
Information on the Kurdish wheatear is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 1 Image 0 videos
Eurasian hobby (Falco subbuteo)
The Eurasian hobby is a small, slender falcon with a relatively long, square tail, and long, scythe-like wings, giving it the appearance of... More 23 Images 4 Videos
Northern goshawk (Accipiter gentilis)
A large and powerful bird of prey, the northern goshawk was traditionally revered as a symbol of strength. It possesses short, robust wings... More 32 Images 9 Videos
Common buzzard (Buteo buteo)
One of the most common raptor species in Europe, this medium-sized bird of prey is recognisable for its rounded head and tail, broad wings... More 28 Images 8 Videos
Eurasian griffon (Gyps fulvus)
A large, carnivorous scavenger, the Eurasian griffon (Gyps fulvus) may be seen soaring majestically on thermal currents in the warmer... More 37 Images 10 Videos
Eurasian sparrowhawk (Accipiter nisus)
One of the most widespread diurnal raptor species, the Eurasian sparrowhawk is small-bodied, with relatively short, rounded wings, long legs... More 28 Images 9 Videos
European black vulture (Aegypius monachus)
Information on the European black vulture is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 42 Images 0 videos
Greater spotted eagle (Aquila clanga)
A medium-sized eagle, the greater spotted eagle only has white spots as a juvenile, when they extend in bands across the upperwing. By... More 20 Images 1 Video
Long-legged buzzard (Buteo rufinus)
An attractive bird of prey, the long-legged buzzard is very variable in appearance, with individuals being one of three colour types – pale... More 29 Images 1 Video
Red-headed vulture (Sarcogyps calvus)
With its striking, bare, red head and jet-black body, the red-headed vulture is unmistakable among vulture species. Despite being a... More 16 Images 2 Videos
Rueppell’s griffon (Gyps rueppellii)
Rueppell’s griffon is a large African vulture that feeds solely on carrion and bone fragments of dead animals. Like other vultures... More 24 Images 7 Videos
Levant sparrowhawk (Accipiter brevipes)
A handsome, small-bodied bird of prey, the Levant sparrowhawk can be distinguished by its barred underparts and striking, dark red eyes. The... More 9 Images 0 videos
Imperial eagle (Aquila heliaca)
Adult imperial eagles (Aquila heliaca) are stocky in shape with black-brown feathers and a pale golden crown and nape. The shoulders... More 26 Images 4 Videos
Northern harrier (Circus cyaneus)
The northern harrier is a slender, medium-sized hawk, with a long tail, wings and legs, a characteristic white rump, and a distinctive... More 26 Images 11 Videos
Bonelli’s eagle (Hieraaetus fasciatus)
Bonelli’s eagle is an agile, mostly silent hunter; its distinctive klu-klu-klu-klee call is heard mainly when it is near the nest or when... More 28 Images 3 Videos
Osprey (Pandion haliaetus)
Occurring on every continent except Antarctica, the osprey is the one of the most widespread birds of prey. The plumage of the osprey is... More 37 Images 10 Videos
Yellow-spotted agama (Trapelus flavimaculatus)
Information on the yellow-spotted agama is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 11 Images 0 videos
Lesser grey shrike (Lanius minor)
Information on the lesser grey shrike is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 10 Images 1 Video
Purple darter (Diplacodes lefebvrii)
Giving off an iridescent dark-purplish sheen as it flies across its freshwater habitat, it is not hard to see how the purple darter (... More 4 Images 0 videos
Golden jackal (Canis aureus)
The golden jackal (Canis aureus) is a slender, medium-sized canid with long legs, a long, pointed muzzle, and a relatively short, bushy tail... More 34 Images 0 videos

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