White-headed Vulture

Trigonoceps occipitalis (Burchell, 1824)

White-headed Vulture, Trigonoceps occipitalis, is a widespread breeding bird across Africa, ranging through sub-Saharan regions. It is a vulture of mixed, dry woodland at low levels, and is usually tied to protected areas rather than settled places. The species is recognised by its pale head, pink bill and white crest, together with a sharp black-and-white contrast in the plumage. Females are larger than males, and the sexes also differ in the colour of the secondaries. It nests in trees, usually in isolated pairs, and normally lays a single egg.

Order

Accipitriformes

Family

Accipitridae — Kites, Hawks, Eagles

Breeding range

Africa: widespread