About the Arabian Bustard
The Arabian bustard is a species of bustard which is found across the Sahel region of Africa and south western Arabia. It is part of the large-bodied genus, Ardeotis, and, though little known, appears to be a fairly typical species in that group.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Otidiformes |
| Family | Bustards (Otididae) |
| Species | Ardeotis arabs |
| Species Codes | arabus1, ARBU |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Arabian Bustard belong to?
The Arabian Bustard (Ardeotis arabs) belongs to the Bustards family (Otididae), in the order Otidiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Arabian Bustard?
The Arabian Bustard is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Arabian Bustard?
The Arabian bustard is a species of bustard which is found across the Sahel region of Africa and south western Arabia. It is part of the large-bodied genus, Ardeotis, and, though little known, appears to be a fairly typical species in that group....
Where can I report a Arabian Bustard sighting?
You can log sightings of Arabian Bustard on eBird (ebird.org) using species code arabus1, or on iNaturalist.
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