Turkey vulture

Cathartes aura

Family: New World vulture Order: Accipitriformes Conservation: Least Concern
Turkey vulture

About the Turkey vulture

species of New World vulture

Fun Facts About Turkey vulture

  • species of New World vulture
  • The Turkey vulture (Cathartes aura) is a bird species found in North America.
  • This species can be observed across various North American habitats.

Conservation Status

The Turkey vulture is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. This species is currently stable and not at significant risk of population decline.

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Taxonomy & Classification

OrderAccipitriformes
FamilyNew World vulture
GenusCathartes
SpeciesCathartes aura

Range & Habitat

Range map of Turkey vulture

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Related Species

Other species in the New World vulture family: