Discover the World's Top 7 Highest Flying Birds

This vulture, which has been shown to soar to heights comparable to commercial aircraft, is the record holder for highest flying bird. It was captured doing so at an incredible height of 37,000 feet.

The Common Crane, which migrates at great altitudes, has been observed flying over 33,000 feet as it moves from Europe to Asia.

The Bar-headed Goose, which is well-known for its annual journey across the Himalayas, may soar up to 29,500 feet, above some of the highest peaks on Earth.

During its journey from Europe to Asia, this enormous swan may soar up to 27,000 feet, frequently forming a V-formation to minimize wind resistance.

The Alpine Chough, which may be encountered in the Himalayas as well as other mountainous areas, is renowned for its ability to fly at elevations of 26,500 feet and traverse some of the roughest terrains on Earth.

This enormous bird, which is native of the Andes Mountains, can soar up to 21,300 feet and uses thermal currents to fly over the untamed terrain of South America.

The Mallard duck, a common species, has been observed to soar to heights of up to 21,000 feet, frequently on its protracted migratory flights across continents.