About the Rüppell's Bustard
Rüppell's korhaan, also known as Rüppell's bustard, is a species of bird in the family Otididae. It is named to recognize Wilhelm Rüppell, a German explorer, collector, and naturalist.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Otidiformes |
| Family | Bustards (Otididae) |
| Species | Heterotetrax rueppelii |
| Species Codes | ruebus1, RUBU, RUKO, RÜBU, RÜKO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rüppell's Bustard belong to?
The Rüppell's Bustard (Heterotetrax rueppelii) belongs to the Bustards family (Otididae), in the order Otidiformes.
How can I identify the Rüppell's Bustard?
Rüppell's korhaan, also known as Rüppell's bustard, is a species of bird in the family Otididae. It is named to recognize Wilhelm Rüppell, a German explorer, collector, and naturalist....
Where can I report a Rüppell's Bustard sighting?
You can log sightings of Rüppell's Bustard on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ruebus1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Otidiformes
Order
26
Species in Family
538
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