African Houbara
Chlamydotis undulata
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A medium-sized bustard (55-65 cm) found in semi-arid grasslands and steppe of North Africa from Morocco to Egypt. Sandy-buff plumage with intricate black markings. Omnivore. Classified as Vulnerable due to hunting and habitat loss. Known for its spectacular courtship display.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 72.9 cm | 28.7 in |
| Weight | 1875.0 g | 66.14 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Dark-billed Cuckoo: dark bill; dark brown above; pale buff below; graduated tail; South American relative of Black-billed Cuckoo
Habitat & Range
Geographic Range
Found in semi-arid grasslands and steppe of North Africa from Morocco to Egypt. Resident and partial migrant.
Diet & Feeding
Omnivore of North African desert; feeds on insects, small lizards, seeds, and succulent plant material. Beetles and locusts are key prey.
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 23-24 days. Fledging: 35 days.
Clutch Size
1-3
Sound
Song
Loud, low booming call with hollow quality; deep resonant sound carrying across open Asian semi-arid terrain.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Otidiformes (Bustards) |
| Family | Otididae (Bustards) |
| Genus | Chlamydotis |
| Species | Chlamydotis undulata |
Distribution
African Houbara has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Otididae family