Houbara Bustard

Chlamydotis undulata

(C. u. macqueenii)

Armenian Name:	Գեղանի արոս
Species Status:	Extirpated Species - Species of Special Concern

See Plate 23 for Houbara Bustard and other similar species

Abundance:	Possible
Length:	55-65 cm, Wing Span:135-170 cm
Distribution Map:	Map 108.
Description:	Long-tailed long-necked bustard with bright white patch at base of outer primaries.
Adult:	Pale yellow-brown with blackish spots above; off-white face, gray throat, whitish underparts. Black stripe down side of neck. Elongated black and white neck feathers extend over breast.
Juvenile:	Yellowish tint to plumage and pale brown-yellow patch on primaries.
Similar Species:	Distinguished from other bustards by black frill at base of long slim neck and dark wing with white patch at base of outer primaries.
Behavior:	When approached, escapes by running. Often crouches very low to ground to hide.
Habitat:	Dry steppe and extensive plains.
Food:	Green plants, seeds, and bulbs; insects, lizards, carrion.