Madhya Pradesh: Home to India’s Highest Vulture Population

Madhya Pradesh has emerged as the state with the highest vulture population in India, reflecting major progress in wildlife conservation.

According to the first phase of the 2025 Vulture Census, the state’s vulture population reached 12,981, showing a sharp rise over previous years.

Vulture Census Highlights

Year	Vulture Population
2019	8,397 vultures recorded.
2024	Population increased to 10,845.
2025	Population further rose to 12,981.

Key Features

Aspect	Details
Leading State	Madhya Pradesh now has the highest vulture population in India.
Species Diversity	The state is home to seven out of the nine vulture species found in India.
Conservation Success	Rising population indicates positive outcomes of wildlife conservation and habitat protection measures.
Ecological Importance	Vultures play a crucial role as scavengers in maintaining ecosystem health and preventing disease spread.

PT Facts

Vultures: Important scavengers that help maintain ecological balance.
India: Has nine recorded species of vultures.
Threats: Vulture decline in India has been linked to habitat loss and veterinary drug toxicity.
Conservation: Regular vulture censuses help monitor species recovery and population trends.

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