1. A large vulture of southern Europe, Asia, and North Africa, with dark plumage and a distinctive long, narrow wingspan, known for feeding on carrion and bones.
Usage: Also spelled lammergeier or lammergeir.; The name derives from German and Dutch words meaning 'lamb vulture,' though it hunts larger prey.; Found in mountainous regions.

Examples

• The lammergeyer soared high above the mountain peaks, searching for food.
• Lammergeyers are among the largest flying birds in the world.
• The bearded vulture, or lammergeyer, can carry bones weighing several pounds.
• In the Himalayas, the lammergeyer plays an important role in the ecosystem.
• Ornithologists study lammergeyer populations to monitor the health of alpine regions.