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Little bustard

Tetrax tetrax

Little bustard (Tetrax tetrax)Near threatened

Photo: Francesco Veronesi from Italy · CC BY-SA 2.0

Birdomnivore

The little bustard is a ground-dwelling bird with a preference for open landscapes. It makes its home across southern Europe and parts of Asia, where its subtle plumage helps it blend into grassy habitats.

  • Belongs to the bustard family but is the only species in its genus.
  • Nests on the ground in wide, open spaces with low vegetation.
  • Males perform dramatic displays during breeding season to attract females.
GrasslandSavannaEuropeAsia
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At a glance

Classification
Bird
Scientific name
Tetrax tetrax
Habitat
Grassland, Savanna
Regions in this directory
Europe, Asia
Diet
omnivore
Relative size
medium
IUCN Red List
Near Threatened (NT)
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