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The Beauty of Ugly: Why is the Cape Griffon Vulture going extinct?

The Cape Griffon vulture, the largest bird of its kind in Africa, is also one of the most endangered and has suffered a significant population decline over the past few decades.

Jun 23rd, 2011 | 11 comments

The Beauty of Ugly: Introduction

In the animal world, as in our own, looks aren't everything. In fact, some of the most aesthetically challenged creatures are also the most fascinating.

Jun 8th, 2011 | 34 comments

Animal Guide: Cape Griffon Vulture

Like other vultures, the Cape Griffon does not kill its prey, but rather feeds preferentially on the soft tissue and bone fragments of dead animals -- usually nothing smaller than an antelope -- that they find solely by sight.

Jun 9th, 2008 | 1 comment
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