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In India vultures are ecologically, socially and culturally significant as scavenger. They helps to keep the
environment clean by disposal of carcase. They are excellent indicators of biological status of
environment in a particular area. Nine species of vultures are recorded in the Indian subcontinent; seven
out of them can be seen in Rajasthan including resident and migratory species. Among these seven Four
species are observed in selected study area. Present study was carried out along with river valley of
National Chambal Sanctuary. A good and flourishing population of Vultures roosts on rocks in gorges
and canyon in Riverine valley area. Direct observations were made at feeding and roosting sites to assess
the population size and vulture activities. Identifications were confirmed using proper literature and field
guides. Observations were made with the help of 10×50 Olympus field binoculars and Nikon and Canon
Cameras. Total 161 vultures were sighted (127 were adult and 34 young ones) during study period.
Among these Long billed Vulture was in highest while King Vulture formed the minimum population.
Key words: Scavenger, Chambal Valley, Feeding and Roosting, Population, Long Billed Vulture.