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Double-banded Courser

Double-banded Courser

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The Two-banded Courser is a striking ground-dwelling bird found in southern Africa, characterized by its cryptic sandy-brown plumage and two distinct black breast bands. It prefers arid environments.
Where to spot
Found in southern Africa, including Namibia, Botswana, and South Africa, inhabiting arid and semi-arid grasslands, sparse savannas, and open plains.
How to spot
Look for it walking or running quickly across open ground, stopping abruptly to peck at insects. Its cryptic plumage makes it hard to spot when still, so look for movement.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round in its range. Most active during the cooler parts of the day, early morning and late afternoon.
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File:Double-banded courser (two-banded courser), Smutsornis africanus, at the Khama Rhino Sanctuary, Botswana (33531126200).jpg
File:Double-banded courser (two-banded courser), Smutsornis africanus, at the Khama Rhino Sanctuary, Botswana (33531135730).jpg
File:Double-banded courser (two-banded courser), Smutsornis africanus, at the Khama Rhino Sanctuary, Botswana (33875333296).jpg
File:Double-banded courser (two-banded courser), Smutsornis africanus, at the Khama Rhino Sanctuary, Botswana (33875337466).jpg
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File:Double-banded courser (two-banded courser), Smutsornis africanus, at the Khama Rhino Sanctuary, Botswana (33103355253).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Double-banded courser (two-banded courser), Smutsornis africanus, at the Khama Rhino Sanctuary, Botswana (33531126200).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Double-banded courser (two-banded courser), Smutsornis africanus, at the Khama Rhino Sanctuary, Botswana (33531135730).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Double-banded courser (two-banded courser), Smutsornis africanus, at the Khama Rhino Sanctuary, Botswana (33875333296).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Double-banded courser (two-banded courser), Smutsornis africanus, at the Khama Rhino Sanctuary, Botswana (33875337466).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Smutsornis africanus, at the Khama Rhino Sanctuary, Botswana2.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Coursers are known for their fast, low-to-the-ground running style, which helps them catch insects in open, sparse terrain.
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