griffon vulture
Refers specifically to the Eurasian griffon vulture (Gyps fulvus).
The griffon vulture is a large bird that inhabits southern Europe and Asia.
Katakana spelling is standard for this bird name; usually written in kana.
Kanji spelling exists but is rarely used; the katakana form is strongly preferred.
Compound of 白襟 (shiroeri, 'white collar') and 禿鷲 (hagewashi, 'Old World vulture'), referring to the bird's white neck ruff.