White Backed Vulture

The White-Backed Vulture is Africa's most common large vulture, and yet it is rarely appreciated the way it deserves to be. At Zoo Miami in Richmond West, this exhibit invites visitors to take a closer look at a bird that plays an irreplaceable ecological role — scavenging carcasses and keeping savanna ecosystems healthy. Up close, the white-backed vulture is an impressive bird with a striking wingspan and an alert, intelligent expression. Learning about the threats vultures face, from poisoning to habitat loss, adds real depth to the visit and connects South Florida audiences to broader conservation conversations.