Andean condor - Wikipedia
WEBThe Andean condor (Vultur gryphus) is a South American New World vulture and is the only member of the genus Vultur. It is found in the Andes mountains and adjacent Pacific coasts of western South America.
How Big Are Andean Condors? (Wingspan + Size) | Birdfact
WEBFeb 5, 2023 · Andean Condors have a wingspan of 8 feet 6 inches to 10 feet 6 inches (260 - 320 cm), with males being larger on average. Their wingspan is second only to the great Albatrosses from the Diomedea genus, although the …
15 Astonishing Andean Condor Facts - Fact Animal
WEBUp to 15kg (33 lb) Color: Feathers mostly black with distinctive downy white collar around neck. Some white patches on wings and a bald, black or grey head. Diet: Mainly scavenge carrion but also actively hunt small mammals and birds. Predators: Chicks and eggs occasionally fall prey to carnivorous mammals. Top Speed:
Condor - Wikipedia
WEBThe Andean condor has a wingspan of 2.7–3.1 metres (8 feet 10 + 1 ⁄ 2 inches – 10 feet 2 inches) [4] and even up to about 3.20 metres (10 ft 6 in) and a weight of 8–15 kg, [3] with males ranging from to 11 to 15 kg (24 to 33 lb) and females 7.5 to 11 kg (17 to 24 lb). [5]
43 Fascinating Facts About the Majestic Andean Condor!
WEBJun 5, 2024 · Andean Condors are renowned for their remarkable wingspan, which can reach up to an astonishing 11 feet (3.3 meters). This enormous wingspan enables them to glide effortlessly over the Andes Mountains, where they are commonly found.
Andean Condor - National Geographic
WEBAndean condors are massive birds, among the largest in the world that are able to fly. Because they are so heavy (up to 33 pounds), even their enormous 10-foot wingspan needs some help to...
Andean Condor - Facts, Diet, Habitat & Pictures on Animalia.bio
WEBThe Andean condor is the largest flying bird in the world by combined measurement of weight and an impressive wingspan of 3.3 m (10 ft 10 in). The Andean condor is a national symbol of Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru and plays an important role in the folklore and mythology of the Andean regions.
Andean Condor - Description, Habitat, Image, Diet, and Interesting …
WEBAndean condors’ wings measure over 10.5 feet across from tip to tip. Their feathers are black and gray, and they have a white cuff around the top of their necks. Like most condors and vultures, their head has no feathers, making it easier to clean.
Andean Condor Facts, Range, Habitat, Adaptations, Pictures
WEBSize: Andean condors measure on average between 3.3 and 4.3 feet (1-1.3 meters). Wingspan: The wingtip to wingtip length of this bird can be up to 10.5 feet (320 cm). Weight: Males weigh around 24.2-33 lbs (11-15 kg) while females are lighter at …
Vultur gryphus (Andean condor) - ADW
WEBThe feet of Andean condors are much less powerful with shorter blunted talons compared to those of other birds of prey. This adaption is well suited for a lifestyle of walking and scavenging. The hind toe is less developed, but the middle toe is much longer that the other toes.