Tibetan Partridge
Perdix hodgsoniae
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<birdfyi-bird slug="perdix-hodgsoniae"></birdfyi-bird>The Tibetan Partridge (Perdix hodgsoniae) is a bird species in the family Phasianidae (pheasants & partridges), within the order Galliformes (gamebirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 30.8 cm and a weight of 372 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
A compact Phasianidae partridge (~372 g) inhabiting high-altitude scrub and grasslands of the Tibetan Plateau and adjacent Himalayas, typically above 3,000 m. Flocks forage on seeds, shoots, and invertebrates. Tolerates harsh winters through tight covey roosting. Least Concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 30.8 cm | 12.1 in |
| Weight | 372.0 g | 13.12 oz |
Identification
Plumage
White face with bold black mask through eye; chestnut-orange flanks heavily barred white; grey crown and nape; brownish upperparts; white underparts with chestnut horseshoe patch on belly.
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: NO,SC.
Clutch Size
6-12
Sound
Song
Harsh, grating 'kerrr-ik' calls repeated from high-altitude Tibetan scrub; somewhat similar to Grey Partridge but raspier. Alarm is sharp cackle. Pairs call antiphonally at dawn across plateau.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Galliformes (Gamebirds) |
| Family | Phasianidae (Pheasants & Partridges) |
| Genus | Perdix |
| Species | Perdix hodgsoniae |
Distribution
Tibetan Partridge has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Phasianidae family