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In the Flesh: Griffon Vultures

10,000 Birds

Alas, it was not to be. They’re not the Lammergeyer – they’re not even close, as the Lammergeyer dwells alone in the genus Gypaetus – but the Egyptian Vulture and Cinereous Vulture are worthy birds in their own right. Then I sent him a picture to explain my excitement. Lammergeyers!