Sand Partridge
Ammoperdix heyi
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A small Phasianidae partridge (~190 g) of sandy desert wadis and rocky slopes in the Middle East and northeastern Africa. Fawn-buff plumage with chestnut flank bars blends with desert substrate. Extremely heat-tolerant; active at dawn and dusk. Feeds on desert seeds and invertebrates. Least Concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 24,6 cm | 9.7 in |
| Poids | 190,0 g | 6.70 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Male pale sandy-buff with orange-chestnut and white barred flanks; orange-buff face; grey crown; orange bill and legs. Female plain pale sandy-buff throughout; similar to female See-see but range differs.
Habitat & Range
Répartition géographique
Resident of rocky desert wadis and hillsides in the Sinai, Israel, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and Yemen; closely associated with arid terrain.
Diet & Feeding
Feeds on seeds, plant matter, and invertebrates in arid rocky hillsides of the Arabian Peninsula and Middle East.
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 21-24 days. Fledging: 9-20 days.
Taille de la couvée
5-14
Son
Chant
Soft, plaintive 'see-see' whistle from rocky desert wadis; slightly thinner and more plaintive than See-see Partridge. Middle Eastern arid species calling at dawn. Alarm is sharp 'kek-kek' series.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Galliformes (Gamebirds) |
| Famille | Phasianidae (Pheasants & Partridges) |
| Genus | Ammoperdix |
| Espèces | Ammoperdix heyi |
Distribution
Sand Partridge has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Phasianidae family