About the Ludwig's Bustard
Ludwig's bustard is a species of bird in the bustard family, and named after Baron von Ludwig. It is a medium-to-large sized species.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Otidiformes |
| Family | Bustards (Otididae) |
| Species | Neotis ludwigii |
| Species Codes | ludbus1, LUBU |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Ludwig's Bustard belong to?
The Ludwig's Bustard (Neotis ludwigii) belongs to the Bustards family (Otididae), in the order Otidiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Ludwig's Bustard?
The Ludwig's Bustard is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Ludwig's Bustard?
Ludwig's bustard is a species of bird in the bustard family, and named after Baron von Ludwig. It is a medium-to-large sized species....
Where can I report a Ludwig's Bustard sighting?
You can log sightings of Ludwig's Bustard on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ludbus1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Bustards 26 species
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Quick Stats
Otidiformes
Order
26
Species in Family
653
iNat Observations
EN
IUCN Status
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