White Backed Vulture
Common Name:
White Backed Vulture
Scientific Name:
Gyps bengalensis
Conservation status:
Not Endangered
Habitat in Punjab:
Open woodlands and grasslands.
Biodiversity & Ecosystem Impact:
White Backed Vultures are scavengers, cleaning up the environment and helping prevent the spread of diseases from decaying animal remains.
Guardians of the Sky: The White-backed Vulture's Vital Role
The White-backed Vulture, a sentinel of the skies, plays a crucial ecological role by scavenging and cleaning up carcasses, thus preventing the spread of diseases. Recognized by its white neck and distinctive black-tipped wings, this vulture was once a common sight across Asia, fulfilling its ecological duty efficiently. Tragically, it has faced a drastic decline due to factors like the use of harmful veterinary drugs. Conservation efforts are striving to secure its future through breeding programs and habitat protection. The White-backed Vulture’s revival is a testament to the importance of safeguarding these remarkable and often overlooked eco-helpers.
Guardians of the Sky: The White-backed Vulture's Vital Role
The White-backed Vulture, a sentinel of the skies, plays a crucial ecological role by scavenging and cleaning up carcasses, thus preventing the spread of diseases. Recognized by its white neck and distinctive black-tipped wings, this vulture was once a common sight across Asia, fulfilling its ecological duty efficiently. Tragically, it has faced a drastic decline due to factors like the use of harmful veterinary drugs. Conservation efforts are striving to secure its future through breeding programs and habitat protection. The White-backed Vulture’s revival is a testament to the importance of safeguarding these remarkable and often overlooked eco-helpers.