Bones, wool… but also footwear, pieces of basketry, leather, even a crossbow bolt, all collected by Bearded Vultures in their nest over (a long) time. At first glance, these items seem out of place, but they reveal a fascinating story about the history of vultures and people living side by side. What do you think […] The post Bearded vultures: your unusual (natural) history custodians appeared first on Vulture Conservation Foundation.| Vulture Conservation Foundation
The recovery of the Bearded Vulture (Gypaetus Barbatus) in Europe is one of the most remarkable conservation success stories of our time. Once on the brink of extinction in the Alps, the species is now slowly but steadily returning to its former range. Behind this success lies decades of cooperation, research, and monitoring – much […] The post What is IBM and why is it important? appeared first on Vulture Conservation Foundation.| Vulture Conservation Foundation
The Bearded Vulture population in the Alps has reached a major milestone this year, with more than 100 breeding pairs and the highest number of fledglings recorded in a single breeding season since reintroduction efforts began in the 1970s. It’s a big step forward, and one that reflects decades of conservation work and long-standing cooperation […] The post A record number of young Bearded Vultures take flight in the Alps appeared first on Vulture Conservation Foundation.| Vulture Conservation Foundation
Every year, on the first Saturday of September, people around the world take a moment to recognise a group of birds that rarely gets the appreciation it deserves: vultures. International Vulture Awareness Day (IVAD) is more than a date—it’s a chance to rethink how we view these misunderstood creatures and to help protect them before […] The post Why International Vulture Awareness Day matters and how you can celebrate appeared first on Vulture Conservation Foundation.| Vulture Conservation Foundation
Grab your binoculars and head outdoors to help monitor one of Europe’s rarest and most impressive birds of prey! This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Bearded Vulture International Observation Days (IOD) — the largest citizen science initiative dedicated to a single vulture species. Thousands of volunteers across Europe will once again unite to […] The post Volunteers needed: Join the 20th Bearded Vulture International Observation Days 2025 (IOD) appeared first on Vulture Conserva...| Vulture Conservation Foundation
On October 17 and 18, international experts will address the effects of lead in hunting ammunition on wildlife, human health and the environment in a workshop being organised in NE Italy. The event is being organised by the Association of Ornithological Studies and Ecological Research of Friuli Venezia Giulia (ASTORE APS), in collaboration with the […] The post Lead, a Borderless Poison: International Symposium on the Effects of Hunting Lead Ammunition on Wild Birds, Environment, and Human ...| Vulture Conservation Foundation
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