Vultures face multiple threats worldwide that have put many species at risk of extinction. Understanding these threats is essential for effective conservation. Information, advocacy, and local and international targeted action focussing on those threats are crucial to protecting vultures worldwide. Unintentional poisoning with poison baits Poisoning wildlife, an illegal action all over the world, is […] The post A world of threats and how to mitigate them appeared first on Vulture Con...| Vulture Conservation Foundation
If you’re passionate about vultures and their conservation, Vulture News is a must-read. Published by the IUCN Vulture Specialist Group, this peer-reviewed journal has been a cornerstone of vulture science for decades, sharing the latest research, insights, and field observations from experts around the world. As Europe’s leading vulture conservation organisation, we at the Vulture […] The post Discover Vulture News: The voice of global Vulture Conservation & Research appeared first...| Vulture Conservation Foundation
The Bearded Vulture (Gypaetus barbatus) release season 2025 has come to a close — and it will be remembered as both a milestone and a test of resilience. While this year saw the historic first release in Bulgaria and continued progress in key reintroduction areas across Europe, it was also the most challenging season in […] The post Bearded Vulture release season 2025 recap appeared first on Vulture Conservation Foundation.| Vulture Conservation Foundation
The Parc naturel régional du Vercors, one of the Bearded Vulture (Gypaetus barbatus) reintroduction sites, has seen another season filled with both promise and heartbreak. The wild population continues to grow, yet each success is fragile—highlighting why ongoing conservation efforts remain vital for the survival of the species. Wild breeding success: Two pairs, two chicks […] The post The Bearded Vultures of Vercors: A fragile season appeared first on Vulture Conservation Foundation.| Vulture Conservation Foundation
For the first time in four years, a Bearded Vulture (Gypaetus barbatus) chick born in the wild in Corsica has spread its wings and taken to the skies. Earlier this year, four Bearded Vulture chicks hatched in the wild in Corsica — a hopeful start to the season. But as challenges mounted, only one chick […] The post A wild-hatched Bearded Vulture fledged in Corsica for the first time in four years appeared first on Vulture Conservation Foundation.| Vulture Conservation Foundation
Meet Oeil Rouge, the bold young Bearded Vulture (Gypaetus barbatus) with a taste for adventure. Hatched at Richard Faust Zentrum in Austria and released in the Baronnies, France, in May 2024, Oeil Rouge (Red Eye) has proved he’s quite the explorer. His first year in the wild has been a mix of daring escapades, sticky […] The post The adventures of the Bearded Vulture “Oeil Rouge” appeared first on Vulture Conservation Foundation.| Vulture Conservation Foundation
Long before science highlighted vultures ecological importance, cultures around the world had already developed deep symbolic connections to these incredible raptors. From symbols of life and renewal to dark omens, vultures have played many roles in myth, religion, and rituals in human history. Vultures have long held a complex and fascinating place in human culture, […] The post More than scavengers: how vultures influenced cultures and religions appeared first on Vulture Conservation ...| Vulture Conservation Foundation
One instrument to monitor vultures’ movements, behaviour and overall condition: the GPS tracker. It is one of the most powerful tools used not only to monitor individuals, but to shape conservation actions. Let’s take a closer look at how the process works and why organisations like the Vulture Conservation Foundation have been investing so much […] The post Behind the scenes of GPS tracking in vultures conservation appeared first on Vulture Conservation Foundation.| Vulture Conservation Foundation
2025 marks the eighth year of consecutive Bearded Vultures releases in Maestrazgo, Spain. This year the team welcomed a male and female named Hades and Hera, respectively. The two recently made their first flight. For the eighth consecutive year, the Maestrazgo Reintroduction Project released young captive-bred Bearded Vultures (Gypaetus barbatus) in the Tinença de […] The post First flight for Hades and Hera: two young Bearded Vultures released in Maestrazgo this year appeared firs...| Vulture Conservation Foundation
For the first time in over a century, a Bearded Vulture hatched and fledged in the wild in Cantabria, Spain. The young bird, named Candela, marks a major milestone in the long-running effort to bring this iconic species back to the Picos de Europa. A century-long absence broken The Bearded Vulture that was absent from […] The post First wild-hatched Bearded Vulture takes flight in Cantabria after a century appeared first on Vulture Conservation Foundation.| Vulture Conservation Foundation
The journey to restore Bearded Vultures to the skies of Bulgaria has always been one marked by ambition, dedication, and a clear understanding of the risks involved. Now, just weeks after the historic release of the country’s first three Bearded Vulture chicks into the wild, we are faced with the sobering reality that not every bird will make it through this critical adaptation phase.| Vulture Conservation Foundation
There’s a new vulture in town! Meet Univers, the latest Bearded Vulture (Gypeatus Barbatus) chick to join the wild cliffs of the Grands Causses as part of the LIFE GypAct project. On 10 June 2025, this young male made the journey from sunny Andalusia, Spain, to southern France—becoming the third and final release of the season in the region.| Vulture Conservation Foundation
This year marks the thirteenth consecutive year of Bearded Vulture (Gypaetus barbatus) reintroduction in the Grands Causses region of southern France.On 27 May 2025, two young vultures took their first steps into the wild, released as part of the ongoing LIFE GypAct project.| Vulture Conservation Foundation
On May 17, 2025, the ancient Tuida Fortress in Sliven bore witness to a historic moment for Bulgarian biodiversity: the first-ever release of Bearded Vultures into the wild in Bulgaria. This long-awaited milestone marked the species’ symbolic and physical return to the Bulgarian skies, more than five decades after their disappearance. The event, held as part of the Bearded Vulture LIFE project, was the result of tireless conservation efforts spanning nearly 30 years.| Vulture Conservation Foundation