kori

Kori is a term used in several contexts. It is best known as the common name for the Kori bustard, a large African bird, but it is also used as a personal name and, less commonly, as a place or organizational name in different languages and communities.

Kori bustard (Ardeotis kori) is a ground-dwelling bird native to sub-Saharan Africa. It is among the heaviest flying birds and has a long neck and strong legs. The species inhabits open habitats such as savannas and light woodland and feeds on a variety of plant matter and invertebrates. Males perform elaborate courtship displays to attract females during the breeding season. While habitat loss and hunting pose pressures, the IUCN lists the species as Least Concern due to its wide range and large population.

As a given name or surname, Kori appears in multiple cultures. It is used as a unisex given name in English-speaking countries, often as a variant of Corey, Cori, or Kory, and does not have a single fixed meaning across languages. The name has appeared in various fictional and real-world contexts, reflecting its contemporary usage.