{"id":4197,"date":"2024-07-18T03:58:24","date_gmt":"2024-07-18T03:58:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/?p=4197"},"modified":"2024-08-23T10:04:55","modified_gmt":"2024-08-23T10:04:55","slug":"white-rumped-vultures","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/white-rumped-vultures\/","title":{"rendered":"White-rumped Vultures in Rajaji National Park"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/rajaji-national-park.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rajaji National Park<\/a>, located in the foothills of the Himalayas in Uttarakhand, India, is a haven for a variety of wildlife, including the critically endangered White-rumped Vulture (Gyps Bengalensis). This species, once common across the Indian subcontinent, has seen a drastic decline in its population over the past few decades. The park plays a crucial role in the conservation of these majestic birds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"4316\" src=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1-11-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"White-rumped Vultures in Rajaji National Park\" class=\"wp-image-4316\" srcset=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1-11-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1-11-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1-11-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1-11-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1-11.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">White Rumped Vultures<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"4317\" src=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2-13-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"White-rumped Vultures in Rajaji National Park\" class=\"wp-image-4317\" srcset=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2-13-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2-13-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2-13-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2-13-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2-13.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">White Rumped Vultures<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"4318\" src=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3-12-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"White-rumped Vultures in Rajaji National Park\" class=\"wp-image-4318\" srcset=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3-12-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3-12-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3-12-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3-12-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3-12.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">White Rumped Vultures<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/white-rumped-vultures\/#Habitat_and_Behavior\" >Habitat and Behavior<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/white-rumped-vultures\/#Breeding_and_Nesting\" >Breeding and Nesting<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/white-rumped-vultures\/#Conservation_Status_and_Threats\" >Conservation Status and Threats<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/white-rumped-vultures\/#Conservation_Efforts_in_Rajaji_National_Park\" >Conservation Efforts in Rajaji National Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/white-rumped-vultures\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/white-rumped-vultures\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/white-rumped-vultures\/#1_Why_are_White-rumped_Vultures_important_for_the_ecosystem\" >1. Why are White-rumped Vultures important for the ecosystem?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/white-rumped-vultures\/#2_What_has_caused_the_decline_in_the_White-rumped_Vulture_population\" >2. What has caused the decline in the White-rumped Vulture population?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/white-rumped-vultures\/#3_What_conservation_measures_are_being_taken_in_Rajaji_National_Park\" >3. What conservation measures are being taken in Rajaji National Park?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/white-rumped-vultures\/#4_How_can_local_communities_help_in_vulture_conservation\" >4. How can local communities help in vulture conservation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/white-rumped-vultures\/#5_What_is_the_status_of_White-rumped_Vultures_on_the_IUCN_Red_List\" >5. What is the status of White-rumped Vultures on the IUCN Red List?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Identification_and_Characteristics\"><\/span>Identification and Characteristics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The White-rumped Vulture is a large bird of prey with distinctive features:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Size<\/strong>: Adults have a wingspan of about 2.5 meters and weigh around 3.5-7.5 kg.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Plumage<\/strong>: They have predominantly dark brown to black feathers with contrasting white underbelly and rump, which are most noticeable during flight.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Head<\/strong>: The head and neck are covered with downy white feathers, and they have a strong, hooked beak adapted for tearing flesh.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/8-4-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"White-rumped Vultures\" class=\"wp-image-4323\" srcset=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/8-4-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/8-4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/8-4-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/8-4-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/8-4.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">White-rumped Vultures<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Habitat_and_Behavior\"><\/span>Habitat and Behavior<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Rajaji National Park, White-rumped Vultures inhabit open forests and grasslands, often seen soaring high in search of food. They are scavengers, feeding primarily on the carcasses of dead animals, which plays a vital role in the ecosystem by preventing the spread of diseases.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4-12-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"White-rumped Vultures\" class=\"wp-image-4319\" srcset=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4-12-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4-12-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4-12-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4-12-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4-12.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">White-rumped Vultures<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Breeding_and_Nesting\"><\/span>Breeding and Nesting<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These vultures typically breed during the dry season, building large stick nests on tall trees or cliffs. The female lays a single egg, which both parents incubate. The chick hatches after about 50 days and remains dependent on its parents for several months.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/7-6-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"White-rumped Vultures\" class=\"wp-image-4322\" srcset=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/7-6-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/7-6-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/7-6-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/7-6-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/7-6.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">White-rumped Vultures<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conservation_Status_and_Threats\"><\/span>Conservation Status and Threats<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The White-rumped Vulture is listed as Critically Endangered on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iucnredlist.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">IUCN Red List<\/a>. The primary reason for their decline is the widespread use of the veterinary drug diclofenac, which is toxic to vultures when they consume the carcasses of treated livestock. Additional threats include habitat loss, poisoning, and human disturbances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gyps Vultures and White-rumped Vultures share a significant conservation similarity in their vulnerability to the veterinary drug diclofenac, which has caused drastic declines in their populations across South Asia. Both species are highly susceptible to diclofenac poisoning, which occurs when they consume the carcasses of livestock treated with th<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conservation_Efforts_in_Rajaji_National_Park\"><\/span>Conservation Efforts in Rajaji National Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/6-11-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"White-rumped Vultures\" class=\"wp-image-4321\" srcset=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/6-11-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/6-11-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/6-11-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/6-11-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/6-11.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">White Rumped Vultures<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Several conservation initiatives are underway in Rajaji National Park to protect and revive the population of White-rumped Vultures:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ban on Diclofenac<\/strong>: Efforts have been made to enforce the ban on diclofenac and promote the use of safer alternatives like meloxicam.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vulture Safe Zones<\/strong>: The park is part of a larger network of Vulture Safe Zones in India, where conservation measures are implemented to create a safe environment for vultures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Awareness Programs<\/strong>: Educating local communities about the importance of vultures and the threats they face is crucial. Awareness campaigns and workshops are conducted regularly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Monitoring and Research<\/strong>: Ongoing research and monitoring programs help track vulture populations and understand their ecology, which aids in developing effective conservation strategies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5-12-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"White-rumped Vultures\" class=\"wp-image-4320\" srcset=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5-12-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5-12-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5-12-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5-12-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5-12.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">White-rumped Vultures<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The presence of White-rumped Vultures in Rajaji National Park is a testament to the park&#8217;s ecological significance and the success of ongoing conservation efforts. Protecting these vultures is not only crucial for maintaining biodiversity but also for the health of the ecosystem. Continued efforts and support are essential to ensure the survival of this iconic species for future generations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Why_are_White-rumped_Vultures_important_for_the_ecosystem\"><\/span>1. Why are White-rumped Vultures important for the ecosystem?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">White-rumped Vultures are crucial for the ecosystem as they act as natural scavengers, cleaning up carcasses and preventing the spread of diseases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_has_caused_the_decline_in_the_White-rumped_Vulture_population\"><\/span>2. What has caused the decline in the White-rumped Vulture population?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The primary cause of their decline is the use of the veterinary drug diclofenac, which is toxic to vultures. Other factors include habitat loss, poisoning, and human disturbances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_conservation_measures_are_being_taken_in_Rajaji_National_Park\"><\/span>3. What conservation measures are being taken in Rajaji National Park?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Conservation measures in Rajaji National Park include enforcing the ban on diclofenac, creating Vulture Safe Zones, conducting awareness programs, and ongoing monitoring and research.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_How_can_local_communities_help_in_vulture_conservation\"><\/span>4. How can local communities help in vulture conservation?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Local communities can help by avoiding the use of harmful veterinary drugs, participating in awareness programs, and supporting conservation initiatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_is_the_status_of_White-rumped_Vultures_on_the_IUCN_Red_List\"><\/span>5. What is the status of White-rumped Vultures on the IUCN Red List?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The White-rumped Vulture is listed as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Rajaji National Park, located in the foothills of the Himalayas in Uttarakhand, India, is a haven for a variety of wildlife, including the critically endangered White-rumped Vulture (Gyps Bengalensis). This species, once common across the Indian subcontinent, has seen a drastic decline in its population over the past few decades. The park plays a crucial &#8230; <a title=\"White-rumped Vultures in Rajaji National Park\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/white-rumped-vultures\/\" aria-label=\"Read more about White-rumped Vultures in Rajaji National Park\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":4315,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[58],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-4197","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-rajaji-birds"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4197","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4197"}],"version-history":[{"count":9,"href":"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4197\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5236,"href":"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4197\/revisions\/5236"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4315"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4197"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4197"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4197"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}