Andean condors are massive birds, among the largest in the world that are able to fly. Because they are so heavy (up to 33 pounds), even their enormous 10-foot wingspan needs some help to keep ...

The Andean condor is the world's heaviest soaring bird ... research showed "just how flexible their soaring strategies are". "Human glider pilots can soar all day if the conditions are right ...

The largest vulture, with a wingspan up to 10.5 feet, the Andean Condor soars high in the Andes and symbolizes power in South American cultures. With a wingspan of up to 10 feet, this critically ...

Andean condors are among the largest birds in the world. As obligate scavengers they rely on decaying animal matter, termed carrion, for sustenance. In central Chile, human livestock practices ...

Soaring on three-metre wings, Andean condors are one of the largest flying birds in the world. They scavenge a living across the Andes often relying on the remains of carcasses. They can live for more ...

According to the organisations, 13 of the dead condors, of the vultur gryphus species, were found in Manzano Amargo, Chos Malal, in the province of Neuquén, while the other ten were not far from ...

The Andean condor (Vultur gryphus) is one of the largest flying birds with a wingspan of up to 3.2m (10.5ft). In December, it had its threat level raised to "vulnerable" from "near threatened".

Scientists have unveiled an innovative design for wind turbine blades inspired by the wings of Andean condors. These modifications could boost turbine efficiency by an average of 10 per cent.