Bronze-winged Courser

Rhinoptilus chalcopterus

The Bronze-winged Courser is a striking bird found in sub-Saharan Africa. It is known for its distinctive plumage, which includes a bronze-colored crown and wings, and a white belly with black markings. This species is primarily crepuscular, being most active during the early morning and late evening. It forages for insects and small invertebrates in open, arid habitats such as savannas and grasslands. The Bronze-winged Courser is also known for its unique breeding behavior, with both parents sharing incubation duties. Despite facing threats from habitat loss and disturbance, this species is currently not considered to be at immediate risk, with a conservation status of Least Concern according to the IUCN.

Habitat: Open, arid habitats such as savannas and grasslands