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Which birds are commonly found on the Eurasian Steppe?

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Map showing the extent of the Eurasian steppes, highlighted in green, stretching from eastern Europe through Ukraine and southern Russia, across Kazakhstan, and into Mongolia and northern China. The map labels the Western Steppe and Eastern Steppe regions and includes major geographic features, countries, and ancient sites within the steppe zone. — the Steppe Extent of the Eurasian steppes.

The Eurasian Steppe is a vast, open grassland that supports a variety of bird species adapted to its treeless environment. Many of these birds possess protective coloration in shades of gray, brown, or yellow, which helps them blend into the dried grasses of the landscape.12

Common birds found on the Eurasian Steppe include:

Bustards: These birds are well-known inhabitants of the steppe and are capable of both running and flying.12
Birds of Prey: Various raptors, including eagles, falcons, hawks, and kites, hunt across the open plains.12
Ground-dwelling and Songbirds: Larks and gray partridges are frequently sighted in the region. Quail are also noted as being plentiful.12
Water and Marsh Birds: In areas with water, such as river valleys or marshy depressions, species like cranes, bitterns, and herons make their homes.12