A rare bird called the 'bearded vulture' has been spotted in England.
The bearded vulture was spotted in Lincolnshire, England and gave bird watchers are a rare and beautiful treat.
It was estimated that 200 people went to the Lincolnshire fens - where the bearded vulture was spotted - to get a glimpse of the beautiful bird.
Why Is The Bearded Vulture Rare?
The bearded vulture is rare to see in the UK, as it is a bird which is native to the middle east, a part of Africa and a small part of central Europe.
These gorgeous birds have gone extinct in some parts of the world they were once found in - such as other parts of Africa and places in southern Europe like Spain.
What Is The Conservation Status Of Bearded Vultures?
Although these birds are rarely seen in the UK, they are not endangered birds. Instead, they are 'near threatened' with extinction.
What Is The Population Of The Bearded Vulture?
The population of bearded vultures isn't that large. The IUCN Red List estimates that between 1,300 and 6,700 bearded vultures are living in the wild today.
What Kind Of Habitats Are Bearded Vultures Found In?
Bearded vultures are found in habitats such as mountainous areas, shrublands and grasslands.
How Often Are Bearded Vultures Found In The UK?
Bearded vultures haven't been seen in the UK that often.
They have been spotted before this year. But, apart from that, the only time that they seem to have been spotted in the UK was in 2016. This is only the second time in the UK that bearded vultures have been spotted. Therefore, seeing these birds in the UK is an incredibly rare sight indeed!
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