Himalayan Griffon Vulture

Many believe that vultures fly in circles because they are waiting for a potential prey item to die but this is not true. Because vultures are large birds, they use thermals to lift them up and gain height by circling enabling them to soar for long distance between thermals rarely having to flap their wings, this is useful as carrion feeders. It is often difficult for them to find food and by utilising thermals it helps them to save energy.