What the decline of vultures means for the savannah
Vultures clean up carcasses and limit the spread of disease. Their numbers have fallen sharply, and poisoning is a major cause.
By Amina Hassan. 4 Oct 2026, 10:00 EAT
Vultures are rarely popular, but they do essential work. Without them, carcasses linger longer, and scavengers that spread disease can increase.