Status of Cape Vultures (Gyps coprotheres) in the Magaliesberg, South Africa

Abstract

The numbers of breeding pairs of Cape Vultures (Gyps coprotheres) at three colonies, Skeerpoort, Roberts\' Farm and Nooitgedacht, in the Magaliesberg range in South
Africa, were counted during 2006 and their hatching success was assessed. Despite
the virtual extinction of the colony at Roberts\' Farm, the overall number of breeding
pairs in the Magaliesberg appears to be on the increase. Ongoing transformation and
fragmentation of habitat, particularly around the breeding cliffs at Skeerpoort, is a
thought to be an important threat, but further investigation is required.

Vulture News Vol. 57 2007: pp. 24-31