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Egyptian Vulture New LIFE is a conservation project focused on the Egyptian vulture, Neophron percnopterus, in Bulgaria, Greece and Turkey. Presented as a LIFE project, it highlights a bird whose life cycle crosses continents: after leaving the nest, young vultures spend about two years in Africa. The project’s information also draws attention to the species’ low survival rate, noting that only one in seven juveniles survives to adulthood.

These facts underscore the challenges facing young Egyptian vultures and the importance of conservation work across the region. The bird has a notable place in human history as well; in ancient Egypt, it was considered sacred. Egyptian Vulture New LIFE brings together this ecological and cultural context to raise awareness of the species and the need to protect it.

The project is associated with the Bulgarian Society for the Protection of Birds, which is credited in the materials. Its public-facing content introduces the species, shares key facts about its journey and survival, and identifies the countries covered by the initiative