About the Red-crested Bustard
The Red-crested Bustard (Lophotis ruficrista) 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 recbus1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Otidiformes |
| Family | Bustards (Otididae) |
| Species | Lophotis ruficrista |
| Species Codes | recbus1, RCBU, RCKO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-crested Bustard belong to?
The Red-crested Bustard (Lophotis ruficrista) belongs to the Bustards family (Otididae), in the order Otidiformes.
How can I identify the Red-crested Bustard?
The Red-crested Bustard 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 Red-crested Bustard sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-crested Bustard on eBird (ebird.org) using species code recbus1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Bustards 26 species
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Quick Stats
Otidiformes
Order
26
Species in Family
1,634
iNat Observations
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