Blue Korhaan
Eupodotis caerulescens
The Blue Korhaan (Eupodotis caerulescens) is a rare bustard found in 2 countries, weighing about 1.4 kg. The blue korhaan or blue bustard is a species of bird in the family Otididae which is native to South Africa.
About the Blue Korhaan
The blue korhaan or blue bustard is a species of bird in the family Otididae which is native to South Africa. Its call is a series of frog-like croaks, usually uttered in flight. Its natural habitat is plateau grassland, dry shrubland, arable land and pastureland. Its preferred habitat is one with short grassland and flat topography.
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How to identify it
Korhaans are ground-dwelling birds with sturdy bodies, large heads and long necks, long legs and short toes. The blue korhaan is a fairly large bird growing to a total length of 50 to 58 cm (20 to 23 in). The forehead and crown are black, while the sides of the head are white. In males, the back, wings and tail are brown but the neck, throat, breast and belly are bluish-grey. Females are similar in colouring but the neck and underparts are a duller grey and the ear coverts are buff. The legs and feet are yellow.
Where it lives
When to see it
The Blue Korhaan can be seen all year round, with peak activity in July. It is a resident species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- How do you identify a Blue Korhaan?
- Korhaans are ground-dwelling birds with sturdy bodies, large heads and long necks, long legs and short toes. Full identification notes are on this page.
- How big is a Blue Korhaan?
- The Blue Korhaan is a large sized bird weighing about 1.4 kg.
- Where can you see a Blue Korhaan?
- The Blue Korhaan occurs in 2 countries, including South Africa and Lesotho.
- What birds look similar to a Blue Korhaan?
- The Blue Korhaan is most easily confused with the White-bellied Bustard.
- Is the Blue Korhaan endangered?
- The Blue Korhaan is listed as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.
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