ABSTRACT

This book reexamines current knowledge on the evolution, ecology, and conservation biology of both New World vultures (Cathartidae) and Old World vultures (Accipitridae) and seeks answers to past and present regional extinctions, colorizations, and conservation questions. Extinct species of both families are examined, as is the disputed evidence fo

part |6 pages

PART 1: Vulture Classifi cation, Genetics and Ecology

part |8 pages

Part 2: Vulture Ecology and Evolution

chapter 4|20 pages

The Biological Evolution of Vultures

chapter 6|26 pages

Climate, Landscapes and Vultures

part |5 pages

Part 3: Vulture Ecology and Conservation