India's Vultures Rebound as Conservation Efforts Show Promising Results

Vultures in India were once close to disappearing.

Now their numbers are starting to grow again.

Madhya Pradesh counted 12,981 vultures in 2025, the highest number among Indian states.

This was higher than the 10,845 counted there in 2024.

The number in Madhya Pradesh has generally increased since 2019, despite some changes between surveys.

Southern states are also seeing more vultures.

Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Karnataka counted 390 vultures together in 2025, compared with 320 previously.

Conservation work appears to be helping, but the birds still need continued protection.