Scientific Name
Ardeotis nigriceps
IUCN Status
Critically Endangered (CR)
Lifespan
15.6 years
Population
50-249
Length
92-122 cm
Range
Rajasthan, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnatka, Andhra Pradesh
Habitat Type
Arid and Semi-arid Grasslands
Threats
Destruction of grasslands, powerlines, hunting, grazing
Did You Know
The great Indian bustard is considered the heaviest flying bird in the world.
IUCN Status
Critically Endangered (CR)
Lifespan
15.6 years
Population
50-249
Length
92-122 cm
Range
Rajasthan, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnatka, Andhra Pradesh
Habitat Type
Arid and Semi-arid Grasslands
Threats
Destruction of grasslands, powerlines, hunting, grazing
Did You Know
The great Indian bustard is considered the heaviest flying bird in the world.
Through videos, stories, infographics and more, here's a deep dive into the world and life of the great Indian bustard