The king vulture (Sarcoramphus papa) is a large bird found in Central and South America. It is a member of the New World vulture family Cathartidae.
King vulture
Bird
The king vulture is a large bird found in Central and South America. It is a member of the New World vulture family Cathartidae. This vulture lives predominantly in tropical lowland forests stretching from southern Mexico to northern Argentina. Wikipedia
Lifespan: 30 years (In captivity)
Scientific name: Sarcoramphus papa
Mass: 7.5 lbs
Conservation status: Least Concern (Population decreasing)
Family: Cathartidae
Class: Aves
Size: about 2.5 feet
Source: Encyclopedia of Life
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The king vulture (Sarcoramphus papa) is a large bird found in Central and South America. It is a member of the New World vulture family Cathartidae.
The king vulture is a large bird found in Central and South America. It is a member of the New World vulture family Cathartidae.