Bearded Vulture song and calls

Birdsong and calls are often the easiest way to identify the Bearded Vulture, especially when the bird is hidden in dense foliage. Below is what to listen for.

Song

Bearded Vultures are generally silent birds. They do not have a complex song.

Calls

Vocalizations are rare and typically limited to soft, high-pitched whistles, hisses, or short, sharp 'kree-kree-kree' calls, mainly around the nest or during aggressive interactions. They are not known for loud or frequent calls.

When they vocalize

Mainly during breeding season, around the nest, or when interacting with conspecifics or intruders.

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