Bush Thick-knee vs Water Thick-knee
Burhinus grallarius compared with Burhinus vermiculatus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Bush Thick-knee | Water Thick-knee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Burhinus grallarius | Burhinus vermiculatus |
| Order | Charadriiformes | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Burhinidae | Burhinidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 58.2 cm (22.9 in) | 39.2 cm (15.4 in) |
| Weight | 670.0 g (23.63 oz) | 315.0 g (11.11 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | 1-2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Bush Thick-knee
Least Concern
Water 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.
Water Thick-knee
Water Thick-knee (Burhinus vermiculatus) is a medium 38–41 cm stone-curlew of sub-Saharan African waterways. Grey-brown above with fine vermiculations; bold white supercilium; large yellow eye; greenish-yellow legs. Inhabits sandy riverbanks, lake shores, and coastal mudflats.