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Genus Aegypius

Genus Aegypius refers to a taxonomic genus that encompasses certain Old World vultures. It belongs to the family Accipitridae and the order Accipitriformes. The genus comprises a single species known as Aegypius monachus, commonly known as the cinereous vulture.

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1. The cinereous vulture (Aegypius monachus) is the only species in the genus Aegypius.
2. The genus Aegypius is primarily found in the mountainous regions of Europe and Asia.
3. With its distinctive plumage and enormous size, the cinereous vulture is a remarkable representative of genus Aegypius.
4. Scientists study the behavior and ecology of the cinereous vulture to gain insights into the evolutionary path of genus Aegypius.
5. Due to habitat loss and illegal hunting, the population of the cinereous vulture, and hence the genus Aegypius, is facing a significant decline.

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