Crimson-headed Partridge
Haematortyx sanguiniceps
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<birdfyi-bird slug="haematortyx-sanguiniceps"></birdfyi-bird>The Crimson-headed Partridge (Haematortyx sanguiniceps) is a bird species in the family Phasianidae (faisanes y perdices), within the order Galliformes (aves de caza). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 31.1 cm and a weight of 315 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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La perdiz de cabeza sangrienta es una perdiz endémica de los bosques de Borneo, con la cabeza y el cuello rojos brillantes y el cuerpo marrón. Mide unos 25 cm. Habita en bosques primarios húmedos de tierras bajas y colinas. Se alimenta de semillas, frutos e insectos en el suelo del bosque. Especie amenazada por la deforestación extensiva en Borneo. Pertenece a la familia Phasianidae.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergadura | 31,1 cm | 12.2 in |
| Peso | 315,0 g | 11.11 oz |
Identificación
Plumaje
Striking male with vivid crimson-red head contrasting with black body; white belly with black scaling; red legs. Female duller: brown where male is black, orange-buff head lacks brilliant crimson of male.
Habitat & Range
Distribución geográfica
Endemic to Borneo; resident of hill and lower montane forest in Sabah, Sarawak, and Kalimantan, mainly at 300–1,500 m.
Diet & Feeding
Forages in Bornean hill forest for seeds, fruits, and invertebrates; scratches leaf litter on steep slopes.
Estado de conservación
Comportamiento y reproducción
Nidificación
Incubation: 18-19 days.
Tamaño de la puesta
8-9
Sonido
Canto
Loud, repeated 'wee-WEE-oo' whistle from Bornean montane forest floor; melodic and pure. Pairs occasionally duet. Alarm is sharp staccato cackle. Contact calls low clucking.
Taxonomía
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Orden | Galliformes (Aves de Caza) |
| Familia | Phasianidae (Faisanes y Perdices) |
| Genus | Haematortyx |
| Especies | Haematortyx sanguiniceps |
Distribution
Crimson-headed Partridge has been recorded in 1 countries.
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