Eurasian and Himalayan vultures were observed in a housing society located in the southwest area of Lahore
Experts speculate that the vultures may have ventured into the area in search of sustenance due to adverse weather conditions in the northern regions of the country.
Both Eurasian and Himalayan vultures were observed in a housing society located in the southwest area of Lahore. Despite being of different species, these vultures were observed sitting and flying together, marking a unique sight. However, their peaceful presence was soon disturbed by the incessant attacks of crows and kites, prompting the vultures to take flight once again. Perturbed by the hostile weather and the aggression of other birds, the vultures soared into the southern skies.
The sighting of these vultures holds particular significance as they have been absent from Pakistan, especially Punjab, for decades.
In 2005, the Punjab Wildlife Department, in collaboration with WWF, established a Vulture Restoration & Conservation Center at Changa Manga.
The Center achieved its first milestone in 2015, boasting a population of over 32 vultures. However, concerns regarding the safety of their natural habitat persist, with experts hesitating to release them into the wild due to potential threats to their survival and conservation efforts.
This recent sighting adds to the growing interest in wildlife conservation in Pakistan.
During the filming of a documentary on wildlife in South Punjab, Badar Munir, a dedicated wildlife protector, also encountered and photographed vultures of rare species, further highlighting the importance of preserving these majestic birds.