What is the life cycle of the California condor?

The California condor has a life cycle that begins with mating at around six years of age. After a courtship period, pairs typically lay one egg every two years, which both parents incubate for about 54 to 60 days. Once hatched, the chick is dependent on its parents for food and care for about six months before it fledges. California condors can live up to 60 years in the wild, and they reach reproductive maturity at around 5 to 7 years, contributing to their slow population growth.