Without dedicated conservation efforts the Cape vulture “is highly susceptible to extinction”
Lost your password? Please enter your username or email address. You will receive a link to create a new password via email.The breeding and release programme of the birds, which are classified as vulnerable, began in 1996 and has been hailed as a success by the South African National Biodiversity Institute .
Sekwakwa said that according to the latest global assessment, in 2021, “the Cape vulture population is between 9 600 and 12 800. “This range highlights their vulnerable status and underscores the need for continued intervention,” she said. “Accidental poisoning, however, occurs when vultures feed on carcasses that have been poisoned as part of predator control efforts. This unintended consequence remains one of the most significant threats to the species’ survival in the wild,” said Sekwakwa.
Sarah Chabangu, the curator of birding at the Pretoria Zoo, said: “Our Cape vulture breeding programme has been a cornerstone of our conservation efforts for nearly three decades. The progress we’ve made, in collaboration with VulPro and other partners, is a testament to our commitment to protecting this vulnerable species.”
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