By Nicole Wexler | Director of Development
Dear Friends and Supporters,
We’re thrilled to share some exciting news from our conservation team!
Our National Incubation Center has recently welcomed several successful hatchings of Griffon vulture chicks! These young birds are now being lovingly raised by foster parents in our Birds of Prey Aviary, preparing them for the ultimate goal: a safe return to the wild.
We're equally excited to report that our newly opened Lappet-faced Vulture exhibit is now home to a promising breeding pair who are already showing signs of strong bonding. This is especially significant, as the Lappet-faced Vulture—once common in Israel—is now classified as Regionally Extinct here and Endangered globally.
These powerful birds, the largest raptors in our region, once soared across the skies from the Judean Desert to the Eilat Mountains. But over the past 30 years, their population has plummeted, and today only about 6,500 adult birds remain worldwide, mostly in sub-Saharan Africa and the Middle East.
Launching a dedicated breeding and conservation program at the Zoo is not only a vital step in protecting this species—it’s also a powerful educational opportunity. Together, we can inspire future generations to protect these majestic birds and the fragile ecosystems they call home.
Thank you for being part of this important journey.
By Nicole Wexler | Director of Development
By Rachael Risby Raz | International Relations Manager
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