4,824 observationsNear Threatened
Kori Bustard
Ardeotis kori
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Otidiformes ›Family: Otididae ›Genus: Ardeotis
About
The kori bustard (Ardeotis kori) is the largest flying bird native to Africa. It is a member of the bustard family, which all belong to the order Otidiformes and are restricted in distribution to the Old World. It is one of the four species (ranging from Africa to India to Australia) in the large-bodied Ardeotis genus. In fact, the male kori bustard may be the heaviest living animal capable of flight.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Kori Bustard is Ardeotis kori.
- The Kori Bustard has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
- Kori Bustard belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Kori Bustard belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Kori Bustard belongs to the class Aves.
- Kori Bustard belongs to the order Otidiformes.
- Kori Bustard belongs to the family Otididae.
- Kori Bustard belongs to the genus Ardeotis.