The Great Indian Bustard is a critically endangered and iconic large bird endemic to the Indian subcontinent. A magnificent ground-dwelling species, it is a flagship for grassland conservation.
Where to spot
Primarily found in scattered, protected populations across western and central India. Its preferred habitat includes arid and semi-arid grasslands, scrublands, and open agricultural fields.
How to spot
Due to their critically low numbers and shy nature, observing them requires patience and often a local guide. Look for them in remote, undisturbed grassland areas, using binoculars or a spotting scope for distant observation to avoid disturbance.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed during the cooler parts of the day—early morning or late afternoon—when they are actively foraging. The breeding season typically coincides with the monsoon rains.
Where to spot
Primarily found in scattered, protected populations across western and central India. Its preferred habitat includes arid and semi-arid grasslands, scrublands, and open agricultural fields.
How to spot
Due to their critically low numbers and shy nature, observing them requires patience and often a local guide. Look for them in remote, undisturbed grassland areas, using binoculars or a spotting scope for distant observation to avoid disturbance.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed during the cooler parts of the day—early morning or late afternoon—when they are actively foraging. The breeding season typically coincides with the monsoon rains.
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Considered one of the heaviest flying birds in the world, the Great Indian Bustard performs an impressive courtship display where the male inflates a gular sac, producing a resonant booming sound.
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