Painted Spurfowl
Galloperdix lunulata
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A small Phasianidae spurfowl (~255 g) of rocky scrub, dry deciduous forest, and boulder-strewn hillsides across peninsular India. Males are boldly white-spotted on rich chestnut. Well camouflaged among rocks. Feeds on seeds and invertebrates. Pairs or small groups; calls loudly at dusk. Least Concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 29.1 cm | 11.5 in |
| Weight | 255.25 g | 9.00 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Male black and chestnut with bold white spots on breast and flanks; rufous-chestnut crown; red facial skin. Female brown with white shaft streaks and pale spotting; less vivid markings than male.
Habitat & Range
Geographic Range
Endemic to India; resident of dry rocky hills, scrub jungle, and grassland across central and peninsular India.
Diet & Feeding
Feeds on seeds, berries, invertebrates, and small animals in rocky scrub and dry forest of peninsular India.
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SC.
Clutch Size
3-5
Sound
Song
Shrill, repetitive 'kik-kik-kik-KEEW' calls; higher-pitched than Red Spurfowl and slightly metallic. Indian rocky hillside species calling from boulders at dawn. Alarm is a rapid cackle.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Galliformes (Gamebirds) |
| Family | Phasianidae (Pheasants & Partridges) |
| Genus | Galloperdix |
| Species | Galloperdix lunulata |
Distribution
Painted Spurfowl has been recorded in 1 countries.
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