Red-crested Korhaan
Lophotis ruficrista
The Red-crested Korhaan (Lophotis ruficrista) is a uncommon bustard found in 9 countries, weighing about 712 g. The red-crested korhaan or red-crested bustard is a species of bird in the family Otididae.
About the Red-crested Korhaan
The red-crested korhaan or red-crested bustard is a species of bird in the family Otididae. It is found in Angola, Botswana, Eswatini, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
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How to identify it
The red-crested korhaan grows up to 50 cm (1.6 ft) in length with a maximal weight of 680 g (1.5 lb). The feathering of the wings folded on the back is marked by V-formed patterns of a light cream color with some white at the sides. Breast feathers are black. Legs are pale yellow and feet gray. Voice: The red-crested korhaan has a very distinct call. See The call of the red-crested korhaan.
Where it lives
When to see it
The Red-crested Korhaan can be seen all year round, with peak activity in November. It is a resident species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- How do you identify a Red-crested Korhaan?
- The red-crested korhaan grows up to 50 cm (1.6 ft) in length with a maximal weight of 680 g (1.5 lb). Full identification notes are on this page.
- How big is a Red-crested Korhaan?
- The Red-crested Korhaan is a large sized bird weighing about 712 g.
- Where can you see a Red-crested Korhaan?
- The Red-crested Korhaan occurs in 9 countries, including South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe and Mozambique.
- What birds look similar to a Red-crested Korhaan?
- The Red-crested Korhaan is most easily confused with the Buff-crested Bustard and the Savile's Bustard.
- Is the Red-crested Korhaan endangered?
- The Red-crested Korhaan is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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