Burchell's Courser

Cursorius rufus

Least Concern

Aves · Charadriiformes · Glareolidae

About

Burchell's courser is a wader in the pratincole and courser family, Glareolidae. The name of this bird commemorates the English naturalist William John Burchell.

Fun Fact

The name of this bird commemorates the English naturalist William John Burchell.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to Africa, Burchell's courser prefers the warm and dry areas of Southern Africa.

Diet

Insectivore

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance