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Himalayan Vulture
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Himalayan Vulture (Gyps himalayensis)

Himalayan Vulture Gyps himalayensis (हिमाली गिद्ध) in Nepal, clicked recently in Koshi Tapu Wildlife Reserve of eastern lowland of Nepal. This vulture is listed as near threatened bird and found from lowland to Himalayan regions of the country.
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Habitat
Grassland, open space of Koshi Tappu
Location
Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reaserve, eastern terai, Nepal
Date taken
23 April 2021
Scientific name
Gyps himalayensis
Equipment used
Canon 7D/100-400mm
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Kits
An outstanding portrait with wonderful detail!
 
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delia todd
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Mmmm.... what a huge wingspan he has!!!!

That's a fabulous picture you've taken of this handsome vulture VTM. Many thanks for showing him to us.
 
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