Vultures are facing population declines worldwide, with most species being classified as either endangered or critically endangered. The main reasons for their population declines include habitat loss, poisoning from ingesting carcasses laced with veterinary drugs such as diclofenac, and persecution due to superstitions and beliefs in some cultures. Efforts are being made by conservation organizations to protect vultures through habitat conservation, banning harmful veterinary drugs, and raising awareness about the importance of these scavengers in ecosystems.
