There are a few contenders for the title of highest-flying bird, with some reaching up to 8,000 meters or even higher! Here are two of the top contenders:
Bar-headed Goose (Anser indicus): These incredible geese have been recorded flying at a staggering 8,800 meters (29,000 feet) during migration over the Himalayas. Their adaptations for high altitude include special hemoglobin that efficiently carries oxygen in thin air.
Alpine Chough (Pyrrhocorax graculus): This tough member of the crow family is known to soar among the peaks of the Himalayas, with sightings reported up to 8,000 meters (26,500 feet). Their physiology is well-suited for high altitudes, allowing them to tolerate the low oxygen levels.
