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Chestnut-bellied Partridge

Arborophila javanica

Least Concern
Envergure
28,0 cm
Poids
271,5 g
Famille
Phasianidae
Ordre
Galliformes

À propos

A medium-sized partridge (~270 g) of family Phasianidae, with a rich chestnut belly and boldly patterned head. Endemic to the montane forests of Java at 800–3,000 m elevation. Inhabits primary and secondary highland forest. Forages on the forest floor for seeds, berries, and invertebrates. Least Concern; well represented in Java's mountain national parks despite the island's high human population density.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Envergure 28,0 cm 11.0 in
Poids 271,5 g 9.58 oz

Identification

Plumage

Brown above; throat white bordered black; breast grey; belly and flanks rich chestnut contrasting with grey breast; bare red eye-ring; chestnut belly contrasting with pale breast is the key marking.

Habitat & Range

Répartition géographique

Endemic to Java and Bali at 300-2,500 m. Found in dense montane forest and forest edges on volcanic mountains.

Diet & Feeding

Forages on Javan and Balinese montane forest floor for seeds, invertebrates, and small fruits. Scratches leaf litter.

Statut de conservation

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Comportement et reproduction

Taille de la couvée

4

Son

Chant

Penetrating, flute-like 'wee-WU' whistle in Javan mountain forest; male calls at dawn from understorey. Alarm is rapid staccato 'kek-kek'. Pairs duet with slight overlapping of notes.

Taxonomie

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordre Galliformes (Gamebirds)
Famille Phasianidae (Pheasants & Partridges)
Genus Arborophila
Espèces Arborophila javanica

Distribution

Chestnut-bellied Partridge has been recorded in 1 countries.

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Foire aux questions

What does the Chestnut-bellied Partridge eat?
Forages on Javan and Balinese montane forest floor for seeds, invertebrates, and small fruits. Scratches leaf litter.
Where does the Chestnut-bellied Partridge live?
Endemic to Java and Bali at 300-2,500 m. Found in dense montane forest and forest edges on volcanic mountains.
Is the Chestnut-bellied Partridge endangered?
The Chestnut-bellied Partridge has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What does the Chestnut-bellied Partridge sound like?
Penetrating, flute-like 'wee-WU' whistle in Javan mountain forest; male calls at dawn from understorey. Alarm is rapid staccato 'kek-kek'. Pairs duet with slight overlapping of notes.
How big is the Chestnut-bellied Partridge?
The Chestnut-bellied Partridge has a wingspan of 28.0 cm, weight of 271.5 g.
What order and family does the Chestnut-bellied Partridge belong to?
The Chestnut-bellied Partridge (Arborophila javanica) belongs to the order Galliformes and the family Phasianidae.

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