About the African Houbara
The African Houbara (Chlamydotis undulata) is a species of bird in the Bustards family (Otididae), within the order Otidiformes. This family contains 26 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code houbus1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Otidiformes |
| Family | Bustards (Otididae) |
| Species | Chlamydotis undulata |
| Species Codes | houbus1, AFHO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the African Houbara belong to?
The African Houbara (Chlamydotis undulata) belongs to the Bustards family (Otididae), in the order Otidiformes.
How can I identify the African Houbara?
The African Houbara is a member of the Bustards family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a African Houbara sighting?
You can log sightings of African Houbara on eBird (ebird.org) using species code houbus1, or on iNaturalist.