Indian Thick-knee

Burhinus indicus

Order:

Charadriiformes

Family:

Burhinidae

Size:

40 to 50 centimeters (16 to 20 inches)

Weight:

550 to 850 grams (1.2 to 1.9 pounds)

Taxonomy:

Johann Friedrich Gmelin in 1789.

Short Description:

The Indian Thick-knee (Burhinus indicus) is a large, ground-dwelling bird known for its distinctive appearance. It has a thick, sturdy body with mottled brown plumage that provides excellent camouflage against its surroundings. Its large eyes are adapted for nocturnal activity, while its stout bill is used for capturing prey. The Indian Thick-knee has long legs and a characteristic squat stance, giving it a somewhat ungainly appearance.

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In Pakistan, the Indian Thick-knee is primarily found in arid and semi-arid regions, including deserts, scrublands, and dry grasslands. It is distributed across various parts of the country, particularly in the southern and western regions. Indian Thick-knees prefer habitats with open ground and sparse vegetation, where they can easily spot prey and avoid detection.

Indian Thick-knees are primarily nocturnal birds, becoming active at dusk and remaining active throughout the night. They are solitary or found in pairs, often roosting during the day in shallow depressions or under vegetation to avoid predators. Indian Thick-knees are carnivorous and feed on a variety of prey, including insects, small rodents, reptiles, and even small birds. They use their keen eyesight and stealthy approach to capture prey by stalking and pouncing.

Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts. Separated they live in Bookmarksgrove right at the coast