Orange River Francolin
Scleroptila gutturalis
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A medium Phasianidae francolin (~407 g) of dry thornveld and sparse scrub along the Orange River basin and Karoo of South Africa and Namibia. Pale rufous-streaked plumage blends with arid surroundings. Feeds on seeds, grass, and invertebrates; forages in pairs or small groups. Least Concern in arid range.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergadura | 32,2 cm | 12.7 in |
| Peso | 407,3333333333333 g | 14.37 oz |
Identificación
Plumaje
Pale sandy-brown above with buff streaks; white underparts boldly streaked dark brown; white throat; rufous primary patch in flight; yellow-orange bill; red legs. Very similar to Red-winged Francolin but paler.
Habitat & Range
Distribución geográfica
Resident of dry karoo scrub, grassy hillsides, and stony plains in South Africa, Namibia, and Botswana.
Diet & Feeding
Feeds on seeds, invertebrates, and plant material in semi-arid karoo and open scrub of southern Africa.
Estado de conservación
Comportamiento y reproducción
Nidificación
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 20-21 days. Fledging: 35-42 days.
Tamaño de la puesta
3-8
Sonido
Canto
Repetitive 'kree-kree-krak' calls from Karoo scrubland; slightly thinner than Grey-winged Francolin. Alarm explosive cackling. S African arid species calling at dawn. Contact clucking.
Taxonomía
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Orden | Galliformes (Aves de Caza) |
| Familia | Phasianidae (Faisanes y Perdices) |
| Genus | Scleroptila |
| Especies | Scleroptila gutturalis |
Distribution
Orange River Francolin has been recorded in 1 countries.
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