The Egyptian vulture (Neophron percnopterus), Europe’s only long-distance migratory vulture, has suffered a dramatic decline due to poisoning, electrocution, persecution, and habitat loss. While most European pairs are concentrated in Spain, small and fragile populations in the Balkans are critically endangered. These Balkan birds play a vital role in connecting Asian and Iberian populations, making their protection essential for the species’ survival.
To reverse this decline, the Egyptian Vulture New LIFE project implemented coordinated conservation actions along breeding sites and migration routes, reducing mortality risks, supporting population reinforcement, and engaging local communities and authorities.
As a result, breeding productivity increased, thousands of stakeholders were involved, and over two million people were reached. The project strengthened international cooperation, demonstrating how targeted action can secure the future of this endangered species.
