Great Bustard

Where can I see the Great Bustard

Photo credit
Mikelane45
,

A Great Bustard is a large bird that is native to Europe and Asia. They are the heaviest flying birds in the world, and can weigh up to 27 pounds! Great Bustards are a protected species in many countries, due to their dwindling population. They live mostly in open areas, such as fields and meadows, where they can find plenty of food.

Great Bustards are omnivorous animals, meaning that they eat both plants and meat. They prefer to eat insects, but will also eat berries, seeds, and other small animals. Female Great Bustards lay eggs between April and June, and the chicks hatch about a month later. The chicks stay with their parents until they are able to fly on their own, which can take several months.

Great Bustards are not easy animals to spot in the wild, but they are a beautiful sight when you do see them. They have a chestnut-coloured body, with a white belly and black wings. Males also have a large, golden-coloured neck ring. If you're ever lucky enough to see a Great Bustard in the wild, be sure to enjoy it! They are truly amazing creatures.

Animal population
44 000 – 57 000
Population
IUCN Classification
Vulnerable (VU)
IUCN Classification
Best time to see the Great Bustard
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Perfect
Good
Tolerable
Awful

Geeky Facts about the Great Bustard

Fact 1

Great Bustards are social birds usually living in small single sex flocks.

Fact 2

The male birds are much heavier than the females.

Fact 3

A Great bustard in flight often is named “flying fortress” because of being the world's heaviest flying bird.

Tours where I can see the Great Bustard

No items found.

Stories about the Great Bustard

No items found.

Areas of Natural Beauty where you can see the Great Bustard in the wild

Big Cats
Big Cats
Big Cats
Birdwatching
Birdwatching
Birdwatching
Canoeing
Canoeing
Canoeing
Canyoning
Canyoning
Canyoning
Cruise
Cruise
Cruise
Culture
Culture
Culture
Cycling
Cycling
Cycling
Festivals
Festivals
Festivals
Food & Drink
Food & Drink
Food & Drink
Hiking
Hiking
Hiking
Kayaking
Kayaking
Kayaking
Mountaineering
Mountaineering
Mountaineering
Natural Wonders
Natural Wonders
Natural Wonders
Photography
Photography
Photography
Polar
Polar
Polar
Primates
Primates
Primates
Rafting
Rafting
Rafting
Rail
Rail
Rail
Safari
Safari
Safari
Sailing
Sailing
Sailing
Skiing
Skiing
Skiing
Snorkelling
Snorkelling
Snorkelling
Whale Watching
Whale Watching
Whale Watching
Wildlife
Wildlife
Wildlife
Winter Sports
Winter Sports
Winter Sports
Zip Lining
Zip Lining
Zip Lining