About the Bengal Florican
The Bengal Florican (Houbaropsis bengalensis) 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 benflo2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Otidiformes |
| Family | Bustards (Otididae) |
| Species | Houbaropsis bengalensis |
| Species Codes | benflo2, BEFL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bengal Florican belong to?
The Bengal Florican (Houbaropsis bengalensis) belongs to the Bustards family (Otididae), in the order Otidiformes.
How can I identify the Bengal Florican?
The Bengal Florican 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 Bengal Florican sighting?
You can log sightings of Bengal Florican on eBird (ebird.org) using species code benflo2, or on iNaturalist.