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California Condor
Gymnogyps californianus
The California Condor is the largest North American land bird, boasting an impressive wingspan of up to 3 meters (nearly 10 feet). This critically endangered vulture is known for its striking black plumage with white patches under its wings and a bald head that changes color wit…
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- Every wild California Condor alive today is descended from just 27 individuals that were captured in the 1980s for a last-ditch captive breeding program.
- California Condors are among the few bird species that can live over 60 years in the wild. They are capable of soaring for hours without flapping their wings, using thermals to glide vast distances. Their bald heads help maintain hygiene while feeding on carcasses.
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