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16.3.7 . VSZ’s provide:


A safe source of food that is free of contamination from veterinary drugs, poisons and other agricultural chemicals.

Extra food close to breeding colonies, this helps to increase their breeding success by improving the survival chances of the young vultures.

Additional food, such as bone fragments, which can be supplied to breeding birds.


Help to reduce the risk of spreading diseases.


A place for scientists to study the biology and ecology of these threatened species.


An opportunity to raise public awareness on vulture conservation and to raise funds.


An excellent opportunity for eco-tourists to observe these magnificent birds.