About the Blue Bustard
The blue korhaan or blue bustard is a species of bird in the family Otididae which is native to South Africa. Its call is a series of frog-like croaks, usually uttered in flight. Its natural habitat is plateau grassland, dry shrubland, arable land and pastureland. Its preferred habitat is one with short grassland and flat topography.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Otidiformes |
| Family | Bustards (Otididae) |
| Species | Eupodotis caerulescens |
| Species Codes | blubus1, BLKO, BLBU |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue Bustard belong to?
The Blue Bustard (Eupodotis caerulescens) belongs to the Bustards family (Otididae), in the order Otidiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Blue Bustard?
The Blue Bustard is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Blue Bustard?
The blue korhaan or blue bustard is a species of bird in the family Otididae which is native to South Africa. Its call is a series of frog-like croaks, usually uttered in flight. Its natural habitat is plateau grassland, dry shrubland, arable land and pastureland. Its preferred habitat is one with s...
Where can I report a Blue Bustard sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue Bustard on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blubus1, or on iNaturalist.
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