Egyptian vulture is spotted after 150 years

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 A rare Egyptian vulture has been spotted for the first time in over 150 years. This is described as a once-in-a-century sighting, it has been thought to have flown to the Isles of Scilly from Northern France. There have been 2 official sightings recorded in the UK one in 1825 and one in 1868. This is the only bird that uses tools when hunting, Experts think that this bird has got lost and that is why it is travelling north. This bird of prey is in decline worldwide and it is included in the Egyptian hieroglyphs.

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