The Top 10 Highest Flying Birds in the World

Rüppell's Griffon Vulture: Endangered species found in Central and Eastern Africa, known for its large size and impressive wingspan of 8.5 feet.

Common Crane: Sociable bird of the crane family, characterized by its long legs and wingspan of almost 8 feet.

Bar-Headed Goose: Waterfowl with distinctive white and pale gray plumage, often found in wetlands and grasslands, with a wingspan of 5.3 feet.

Whooper Swans: Large migratory swans known for their romantic allure, boasting a wingspan of 9 feet and graceful flight at heights up to 8.2 km.

Alpine Chough: Medium-sized bird belonging to the crow family, recognized by its deep blue-green plumage and yellow beak.

Bearded Vulture: Found in various regions, including Northern South Asia and Southern Europe, distinguished by its white feathers and impressive soaring ability.

Andean Condor: Largest bird of prey, native to the Andes and known for its massive wingspan of 3.3 meters and impressive body mass of 15 kg.

Mallard: Medium-sized waterfowl, ancestor to many domestic duck breeds, featuring distinctive sexual dimorphism and a wingspan reaching 39 inches.

Bar-Tailed Godwit: Large wading bird with grayish-brown plumage, often found in wetlands and known for its long red beak and impressive wingspan.

White Stork: Long-legged wading bird inhabiting various terrestrial wetlands, recognized by its mainly white plumage with black wingtips and red bill.