Bearded vulture C018 / 1836
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Bearded vulture C018 / 1836
Bearded vulture landing on a cliff edge. The bearded vulture (Gypaetus barbatus), or lammergeier, is a specialised, solitary scavenger that feeds almost exclusively on bone. It patrols a large mountain territory, looking for cleaned skeletons. Small bones are eaten whole and larger bones are dropped from a height to break them open and expose the bone marrow. It has strong gastric juices that enable it to digest bone. It is found in Europe, Asia and Africa, and is endangered in parts of its range
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Africa African Bird Birds Carnivore Carnivorous Cliffs Endangered Landing Mountainous Mountains Ornithological Ornithology Rare Rock Rocks Rocky Scavenger Threatened Vulture Wing Wings Spread Bearded Cliff Edge Gypaetus Barbatus Lammergeier
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This print captures the majestic presence of a Bearded vulture as it gracefully lands on a rugged cliff edge. The Bearded vulture, also known as Gypaetus barbatus or lammergeier, is an extraordinary creature with unique feeding habits. Specialized in scavenging, this solitary bird primarily sustains itself by consuming bones. Its vast mountain territory serves as its hunting ground where it diligently searches for cleaned skeletons. The bearded vulture's diet consists of small bones that are ingested whole and larger ones that are dropped from great heights to break them open and expose the nutrient-rich bone marrow within. Thanks to its powerful gastric juices, this remarkable species possesses the ability to digest bone effectively. Endangered in certain parts of Europe, Asia, and Africa, the bearded vulture's existence is crucially threatened. This photograph not only showcases its striking appearance but also sheds light on the importance of conservation efforts required to protect these magnificent creatures. With wings spread wide against a backdrop of rocky mountains and cliffs, this image encapsulates both the beauty and vulnerability of wildlife in their natural habitat. It serves as a reminder of our responsibility to safeguard these incredible animals for future generations to admire and appreciate their biological significance in our ecosystem.
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