Great Indian Bustard

Ardeotis nigriceps

Critically Endangered

The Great Indian Bustard is a long-legged ground bird of the Indian subcontinent's remaining grasslands. It walks through open plains, grassland, savanna, or semi-desert searching for seeds, shoots, insects, and small animals. Males often use striking display postures to advertise across wide, open country.

Family

Otididae

Group

Bustards

Range

Great Indian Bustard Range — Resident or seasonal range in the Indian subcontinent's remaining grasslands

Population

≈ 150–250

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