The species is notable for its elaborate courtship displays during the breeding season, which include puffing up its chest and performing dances.

It typically inhabits open grasslands, savannas, and agricultural fields, where it feeds on a diet of seeds, insects, and small reptiles.

The Australian bustard (Ardeotis australis) is a large, ground-dwelling bird native to Australia, known for its striking appearance characterized by a long neck, long legs, and a distinctive black and white plumage, particularly in males.