Bustards
Order: Gruiformes. Family: Otididae
Bustards are large terrestrial birds mainly associated with dry open country and steppes in the Old World. They are omnivorous and nest on the ground. They walk steadily on strong legs and big toes, pecking for food as they go. They have long broad wings with "fingered" wingtips, and striking patterns in flight. Many have interesting mating displays. There are about 26 species worldwide and 2 species which occur in Ireland.
| Common name | Binomial | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Great Bustard | Otis tarda | (A) |
| Little Bustard | Tetrax tetrax | (A) |
Read more about this topic: List Of Birds Of Ireland