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Kori Bustard

Ardeotis kori

Near Threatened
Envergure
142,0 cm
Poids
9300,0 g
Famille
Otididae
Ordre
Otidiformes

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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À propos

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
Envergure 142,0 cm 55.9 in
Poids 9300,0 g 328.05 oz

Habitat & Range

Répartition géographique

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.

Statut de conservation

Near Threatened
IUCN Red List

Comportement et reproduction

Nidification

Nest type: SC. Incubation: 25 days.

Taille de la couvée

1-2

Son

Chant

Deep, resonant booming call; powerful far-carrying bass sound audible several kilometres across open flat terrain.

Taxonomie

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordre Otidiformes (Bustards)
Famille Otididae (Bustards)
Genus Ardeotis
Espèces Ardeotis kori

Distribution

Kori Bustard has been recorded in 1 countries.

Présent Not recorded

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Foire aux questions

What does the Kori Bustard eat?
Africa's heaviest flying bird; feeds on insects, small vertebrates, seeds, and forbs in open savanna. Beetles and grasshoppers are staple items.
Where does the Kori Bustard live?
Found in open grasslands and savanna of eastern and southern Africa from Ethiopia to South Africa. Resident.
Is the Kori Bustard endangered?
The Kori Bustard has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Kori Bustard nest?
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 25 days.
What does the Kori Bustard sound like?
Deep, resonant booming call; powerful far-carrying bass sound audible several kilometres across open flat terrain.
How big is the Kori Bustard?
The Kori Bustard has a wingspan of 142.0 cm, weight of 9300.0 g.
What order and family does the Kori Bustard belong to?
The Kori Bustard (Ardeotis kori) belongs to the order Otidiformes and the family Otididae.

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