Great Indian bustard

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.
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