Double-Banded Sandgrouse
Pterocles bicinctus
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Conservation status: least_concern
The double-banded sandgrouse is a species of predominantly terrestrial, or ground-dwelling, bird in the family Pteroclidae. It is found in arid parts of southern Africa.
How To Identify
A medium-sized, ground-dwelling bird with a stocky build and predominantly pale brown or sandy plumage for camouflage. It is easily distinguished by prominent dark bands—hence 'double-banded'—that stripe its wings or flank area.
Habitat
It inhabits semi-arid and arid regions with sparse vegetation, including desert scrubland, grasslands, and open plains across southern Africa and the Indian subcontinent.
Behaviour
Like other sandgrouse, they are highly nomadic and undertake long-distance flights to water sources, often traveling 50+ kilometers daily to drink at dawn and dusk.
Native Range
The double-banded sandgrouse is found in arid parts of southern Africa.
Did You Know?
The male has a courtship display in which he walks round in circles with his beak near the ground and his tail raised high.
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