About the White-bellied Bustard
The white-bellied bustard or white-bellied korhaan is an African species of bustard. It is widespread in sub-Saharan Africa in grassland and open woodland habitats. Despite its wide distribution and easily identifiable characteristics, very few studies have been conducted on this species and little is known about its life history and behavior.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Otidiformes |
| Family | Bustards (Otididae) |
| Species | Eupodotis senegalensis |
| Species Codes | whbbus2, WBBU, WBKO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-bellied Bustard belong to?
The White-bellied Bustard (Eupodotis senegalensis) belongs to the Bustards family (Otididae), in the order Otidiformes.
How can I identify the White-bellied Bustard?
The white-bellied bustard or white-bellied korhaan is an African species of bustard. It is widespread in sub-Saharan Africa in grassland and open woodland habitats. Despite its wide distribution and easily identifiable characteristics, very few studies have been conducted on this species and little ...
Where can I report a White-bellied Bustard sighting?
You can log sightings of White-bellied Bustard on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whbbus2, or on iNaturalist.
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