GALL - ANIMALI - 79 Fonte (Source) - Biancofilm -(Andrea) |
L'avvoltoio testabianca (Trigonoceps occipitalis) è diffuso in Africa. |
The White headed Vulture (Trigonoceps occipitalis) is widespread in Africa. Is slightly less than 1 m in length, a wingspan of about 2 m. The beak is pink, in addition, unlike other African vultures, has a white crest on the skull, which is grayed out, even though naked. The wings and back are dark brown, the breast and belly are white, the tail is black. Spends most of the day to fly at high altitudes in search of carcasses for food: it has a very developed views. At night, remains perched on trees near water sources. |