On 20 September 2025, in the Omurtag area of Bulgaria, a Cinereous Vulture (Aegypius monachus) released under the Bearded Vulture LIFE reintroduction project in the Balkan Mountains was tragically shot. This individual was part of one of the three successful pairs that raised chicks this year in the Kotlenska Mountains — marking the most successful […] The post Breeding Cinereous Vulture shot in Bulgaria appeared first on Vulture Conservation Foundation.| Vulture Conservation Foundation
In a major breakthrough for bird conservation in Mallorca, a Cinereous Vulture nest has been confirmed outside the Serra de Tramuntana for the first time ever. The nest, found in the Llevant Peninsula Natural Park near Artà, belongs to a breeding pair and marks a big step forward for the species on the island. Joan […] The post First Cinereous Vulture nest found outside Mallorca’s Serra de Tramuntana appeared first on Vulture Conservation Foundation.| Vulture Conservation Foundation
Following the identification of several cases of bird mortality by electrocution in the region of Tejo Internacional, the LIFE PowerLines4Birds project took action to correct the lines and protect avifauna. Project monitors mortality associated with power lines The LIFE PowerLines4Birds project aims to reduce the impact of power lines in order to improve the conservation […] The post Two Cinereous Vultures electrocuted on power lines in Tejo Internacional, Portugal appeared first on V...| Vulture Conservation Foundation
Keep supporting to protect this species from extinction and help us reach the campaign goal! The six Cinereous Vultures (Aegypius monachus) that were at the acclimatisation station in the Douro Internacional Nature Park (PNDI) when the large wildfire broke out on 15 August in this protected area have already returned to the facility. The crowdfunding […] The post Donations ensure the return of Cinereous Vultures to the acclimatisation station in Douro Internacional, Portugal appeared ...| Vulture Conservation Foundation
In June 2024, the fifth breeding colony of the Cinereous Vulture was discovered in Portugal, in the Serra do Mendro (Vidigueira/Portel). Despite its recent establishment and although it is strategic for the species’ recovery in the country, the colony is already facing several threats that undermine its viability. The LIFE Aegypius Return project warns of […]| Vulture Conservation Foundation
A new report from the LIFE Aegypius Return project recommends that wind turbines be installed at least 7.7 kilometres away from Cinereous Vulture (Aegypius monachus) nests. Even so, this distance only safeguards the core range – the area where each individual spends around half of its time – for 50% of the juveniles, highlighting the […] The post Wind energy and safety distances: new guidelines to protect the Cinereous Vulture appeared first on Vulture Conservation Foundation.| Vulture Conservation Foundation
Vultures are struggling in many parts of the world, but in Europe, they have been making a comeback — and it’s thanks in large part to one place: Extremadura. This Spanish region has become a kind of “vulture utopia,” helping species that once disappeared from whole countries find their way back. And what better time […] The post Extremadura: A lifeline for Europe’s Vultures 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
A juvenile Cinereous Vulture – a 2025 chick – was found in a weakened state in Montemor-o-Novo, southern Portugal, on August 26. After recovery at CARAS, in Évora, it was released in the Herdade da Contenda. The LIFE Aegypius Return teams are now monitoring its movements thanks to a GPS/GSM transmitter. Rescue of a weakened […] The post A weakened 2025 chick was rescued, rehabilitated, and released back into the wild appeared first on Vulture Conservation Foundation.| 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
On July 27 2025, Society for the Protection of Biodiversity of Thrace received a call from the only cattle farmer living in Ethymos, an abandoned village in the Kompsatos Valley, near the Bulgarian border. He had spotted a weakened and injured Cinereous Vulture (Aegypius monachus). The SBPT team immediately rushed to the site and transferred […] The post Tragic loss of Cinereous Vulture “Dryan” appeared first on Vulture Conservation Foundation.| 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
Massive wildfire caused a direct and significant impact on the recovery of the species in the Nature Park, dealing a severe blow to this protected area Two Cinereous Vulture nests from the small breeding colony in the Douro Internacional were completely destroyed by fire, while six others were damaged to varying degrees. The six Cinereous […] The post Several Cinereous Vulture nests burned in the Douro Internacional Nature Park, in northern Portugal appeared first on Vulture Conservation ...| 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 mortality rate of the monitored birds stands at 18% and is largely caused by human factors. The 2025 breeding season – the third closely monitored by the LIFE Aegypius Return project – is nearing its end. This year, nine Cinereous Vulture chicks were tagged in the nest, and the work was featured on national […]| Vulture Conservation Foundation
Eight Cinereous Vulture chicks were reared in Bulgaria this year. It is the highest number recorded since the species was reintroduced there.| Vulture Conservation Foundation
