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The Synchronised Vulture Survey 2025 was organised in the States of Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka Forest Departments.
The Survey covered
iTAMIL NADU
¨Mudumalai Tiger Reserve
¨Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve
¨Nellai Wildlife Sanctuary
iiKERALA
¨Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary
iiiKARNATAKA
¨Bandipur Tiger Reserve
¨Biligiri Rangaswamy Temple Tiger Reserve
¨Nagarhole Tiger Reserve
A total of 157 vultures were recorded in Tamil Nadu, showing an increase in the vulture population in the State.
The white-rumped vulture is the most abundant species, accounting for 110 individuals.
It is closely followed by the
Ø long-billed vulture (31 individuals)
Ø red-headed vulture (11)
Ø Egyptian vulture (5)
Mudumalai Tiger Reserve is home to a significant breeding population of vultures with 60 active nests, which hosts an estimated population of 120 vultures.
This population mainly comprises white-rumped vultures (108), followed by long-billed vultures (10), and red-headed vultures (2).
Notably, 34 chicks were also recorded, indicating a thriving breeding ground
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