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Chestnut-bellied Sandgrouse

Pterocles exustus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Pterocliformes ›Family: Pteroclidae ›Genus: Pterocles

About

The chestnut-bellied sandgrouse (Pterocles exustus) is a species of sandgrouse. They are found in sparse, bushy, arid land which is common in central and northern Africa, and southern Asia. Though they live in hot, arid climates, they are highly reliant on water. They have been known to travel up to 80 kilometres (50 mi) in one day in search of water. All species of sandgrouse that have been studied in habitat have proved to be entirely vegetarian...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Chestnut-bellied Sandgrouse?
The scientific name of Chestnut-bellied Sandgrouse is Pterocles exustus.
What is the conservation status of Chestnut-bellied Sandgrouse?
The Chestnut-bellied Sandgrouse has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Chestnut-bellied Sandgrouse belong to?
Chestnut-bellied Sandgrouse belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Chestnut-bellied Sandgrouse belong to?
Chestnut-bellied Sandgrouse belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Chestnut-bellied Sandgrouse belong to?
Chestnut-bellied Sandgrouse belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Chestnut-bellied Sandgrouse belong to?
Chestnut-bellied Sandgrouse belongs to the order Pterocliformes.
What family does Chestnut-bellied Sandgrouse belong to?
Chestnut-bellied Sandgrouse belongs to the family Pteroclidae.
What genus does Chestnut-bellied Sandgrouse belong to?
Chestnut-bellied Sandgrouse belongs to the genus Pterocles.