About the Lesser Florican
The Lesser Florican (Sypheotides indicus) 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 lesflo2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Otidiformes |
| Family | Bustards (Otididae) |
| Species | Sypheotides indicus |
| Species Codes | lesflo2, LEFL |
| Conservation | CR Critically Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Lesser Florican belong to?
The Lesser Florican (Sypheotides indicus) belongs to the Bustards family (Otididae), in the order Otidiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Lesser Florican?
The Lesser Florican is classified as "Critically Endangered" (CR) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Lesser Florican?
The Lesser 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 Lesser Florican sighting?
You can log sightings of Lesser Florican on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lesflo2, or on iNaturalist.