Refers to vultures (Old World) and condors (New World). In everyday Japanese, ハゲタカ is the most common term, while ハゲワシ is often used for Old World vultures specifically. Cross-referenced with 禿鷲 (はげわし) and コンドル.
Specifically refers to condors (New World vultures). ハゲタカ is a broader term that includes condors.
Etymology
Compound of 禿げ (はげ, 'bald') + 鷹 (たか, 'hawk'), referring to the bald appearance of vultures. The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the kanji spelling is conventionally associated with this meaning.
