Chestnut-headed Partridge
Arborophila cambodiana
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About
A medium-sized partridge (~285 g) of family Phasianidae, with a distinctive chestnut head and nape. Inhabits foothill and montane forests in the Cardamom Mountains of Cambodia and adjacent Thailand. Forages on the forest floor for seeds, berries, and invertebrates. Least Concern; found in relatively intact montane forest within a restricted range; protected by rugged terrain.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 28.5 cm | 11.2 in |
| Weight | 286.0 g | 10.09 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Rich chestnut-orange head contrasting with grey breast; brown back with black streaks; throat buff-white; flanks grey with white streaks; bare red eye-ring; chestnut head is boldly distinctive.
Habitat & Range
Geographic Range
Resident in Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos, and Thailand. Found in lowland and foothill forest.
Diet & Feeding
Forages on floor of Cambodian and Thai montane forests for seeds, invertebrates, and small fruits.
Conservation Status
Sound
Song
Melodic, slightly tremulous 'wee-WEE-oo' repeated 3–5 times; pure whistle quality. Calls from Cambodian highland forest at dawn. Alarm is a harsh, clucking rattle when disturbed.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Galliformes (Gamebirds) |
| Family | Phasianidae (Pheasants & Partridges) |
| Genus | Arborophila |
| Species | Arborophila cambodiana |
Distribution
Chestnut-headed Partridge has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Phasianidae family