The Eurasian Griffon Vulture, which usually inhabits the northern parts of India, was spotted in Thane. PIC/ Sandeep Dandekar

In a rare occurrence, a wildlife lover from Thane was greeted by the delightful sight of a Himalayan vulture sitting on a pole outside his balcony. Bird experts said the sighting of this particular species in Mumbai or its surroundings is unheard of. The ones residing at Malabar Hill are the Bengal Vulture or the Long Billed Vulture, which are native to the area.