About the Kori Bustard
The kori bustard is the largest flying bird native to Africa. It is a member of the bustard family, which all belong to the order Otidiformes and are restricted in distribution to the Old World. It is one of the four species in the large-bodied genus Ardeotis. The male kori bustard may be the heaviest living animal capable of flight.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Otidiformes |
| Family | Bustards (Otididae) |
| Species | Ardeotis kori |
| Species Codes | korbus1, KOBU |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Kori Bustard belong to?
The Kori Bustard (Ardeotis kori) belongs to the Bustards family (Otididae), in the order Otidiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Kori Bustard?
The Kori Bustard is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Kori Bustard?
The kori bustard is the largest flying bird native to Africa. It is a member of the bustard family, which all belong to the order Otidiformes and are restricted in distribution to the Old World. It is one of the four species in the large-bodied genus Ardeotis. The male kori bustard may be the heavie...
Where can I report a Kori Bustard sighting?
You can log sightings of Kori Bustard on eBird (ebird.org) using species code korbus1, or on iNaturalist.
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