Bhopal: The Eurasian Griffon vulture ‘Marich’ has stunned everyone with incredible endurance. After leaving Halali Dam in Vidisha (Madhya Pradesh), the rare bird flew nearly 15,000 kilometres and has safely returned to India. Forest officials say it is now been spotted in Rajasthan’s Dholpur.

Vidisha Divisional Forest Officer Hemant Yadav stated that ‘Marich’ flew over Pakistan, Afghanistan, Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan during this journey. Satellite radio collars tracked the vulture’s every move, providing valuable insights into its migratory patterns and offering crucial data for conservation efforts.

A Rescued Vulture

On January 29, villagers found Marich injured in Satna district’s Nagaur village. The vulture received initial care at Mukundpur Zoo and later underwent recovery at Bhopa

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