Just stand still...
Ever seen a bird that looks like it's always in a rush? Meet the cream-coloured courser, a speedster of the sandy deserts!
These avian marathoners are known for their extraordinary ability to run swiftly across the ground, using their long legs to chase after insects and even small reptiles. Did you know they skip long-distance flights in favour of sprinting wherever they go? Talk about nature's own dedicated sprinters!
The typical lifespan of the Cream-coloured Courser (Cursorius cursor) is around 10 to 12 years in the wild.
This bird, native to arid regions of North Africa and the Middle East, shares similar longevity with related species like the Indian Courser (around 10 years) but tends to surpass the Double-banded Courser, which averages about 7 to 9 years.
These coursers, part of the pratincole and courser family, have adaptations for dry habitats, contributing to their survival despite harsh environmental conditions.
Cream-coloured Courser_1138
Just stand still...
Ever seen a bird that looks like it's always in a rush? Meet the cream-coloured courser, a speedster of the sandy deserts!
These avian marathoners are known for their extraordinary ability to run swiftly across the ground, using their long legs to chase after insects and even small reptiles. Did you know they skip long-distance flights in favour of sprinting wherever they go? Talk about nature's own dedicated sprinters!
The typical lifespan of the Cream-coloured Courser (Cursorius cursor) is around 10 to 12 years in the wild.
This bird, native to arid regions of North Africa and the Middle East, shares similar longevity with related species like the Indian Courser (around 10 years) but tends to surpass the Double-banded Courser, which averages about 7 to 9 years.
These coursers, part of the pratincole and courser family, have adaptations for dry habitats, contributing to their survival despite harsh environmental conditions.
Cream-coloured Courser_1138