Bush Thick-knee vs Great Thick-knee
Burhinus grallarius compared with Esacus recurvirostris
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Bush Thick-knee | Great Thick-knee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Burhinus grallarius | Esacus recurvirostris |
| Order | Charadriiformes | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Burhinidae | Burhinidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 58.2 cm (22.9 in) | 51.3 cm (20.2 in) |
| Weight | 670.0 g (23.63 oz) | 790.0 g (27.87 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | 1-2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Bush Thick-knee only
None
Great Thick-knee only
None
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Bush Thick-knee
Near Threatened
Great Thick-knee
About These Birds
Bush Thick-knee
Bush Thick-knee (Burhinus grallarius) is a large 54–59 cm stone-curlew of Australia. Pale grey-brown above with dark streaking; bold face markings; large yellow eye. Inhabits open woodland, paddocks, parks, and golf courses across mainland Australia. Adapted to suburban environments; nests on open ground.
Great Thick-knee
Great Thick-knee (Esacus recurvirostris) is a large 49–54 cm stone-curlew of South and South-East Asia. Brown above; whitish below with streaked breast; massive upturned bill; large yellow eye with black and white face markings. Inhabits shingle banks, sandy riverbeds, and lake shores from Pakistan east to South-East Asia.