First cinereous vulture chicks hatch in the Bulgarian Rhodopes in over 30 years
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Five cinereous vulture chicks hatched in spring 2026 in Bulgaria's Rhodope Mountains, the first breeding success in over 30 years following a reintroduction program that began in 2023 with 40 birds released to date. Eight pairs of cinereous vultures now inhabit the region, representing about 25% of Bulgaria's total population.
Early-stage recovery; long-term sustainability depends on continued anti-poisoning efforts, community engagement, and wild carcass availability.
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