Kori Bustard
Ardeotis kori
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<birdfyi-bird slug="ardeotis-kori"></birdfyi-bird>The Kori Bustard (Ardeotis kori) is a bird species in the family Otididae (bustards), within the order Otidiformes (bustards). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 142 cm and a weight of 9.3 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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حول
Africa's heaviest flying bird (up to 135 cm, 11-19 kg). Found in open grasslands and savanna of eastern and southern Africa. Grey-brown plumage with a black crest. Omnivore, feeding on insects, small vertebrates, and seeds. An iconic sight on the African plains.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| طول الجناح | 142,0 cm | 55.9 in |
| الوزن | 9300,0 g | 328.05 oz |
Habitat & Range
النطاق الجغرافي
Found in open grasslands and savanna of eastern and southern Africa from Ethiopia to South Africa. Resident.
Diet & Feeding
Africa's heaviest flying bird; feeds on insects, small vertebrates, seeds, and forbs in open savanna. Beetles and grasshoppers are staple items.
حالة الحفاظ
السلوك والتكاثر
التعشيش
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 25 days.
عدد البيض في الوضع
1-2
الصوت
الغناء
Deep, resonant booming call; powerful far-carrying bass sound audible several kilometres across open flat terrain.
التصنيف
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| الرتبة | Otidiformes (Bustards) |
| الفصيلة | Otididae (Bustards) |
| Genus | Ardeotis |
| الأنواع | Ardeotis kori |
Distribution
Kori Bustard has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Otididae family