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Tan-breasted Partridge

Arborophila rolli

Least Concern
Envergure
28,1 cm
Poids
336,0 g
Famille
Phasianidae
Ordre
Galliformes

The Tan-breasted Partridge (Arborophila rolli) is a bird species in the family Phasianidae (pheasants & partridges), within the order Galliformes (gamebirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 28.1 cm and a weight of 336 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.

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À propos

A medium-sized partridge (~335 g) of family Phasianidae, with plain tan-brown breast and muted brown upperparts. Endemic to the Natuna Islands of Indonesia. Inhabits tropical forest. Forages on the forest floor for seeds and invertebrates. Least Concern; while restricted to small islands, remains stable; its insular endemism makes it vulnerable to future habitat clearance or introduced predators.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Envergure 28,1 cm 11.1 in
Poids 336,0 g 11.85 oz

Identification

Plumage

Brown above; breast uniform tan-buff without chestnut or grey; throat whitish; flanks olive-brown streaked pale; bare reddish eye-ring; uniform tan breast is diagnostic against grey-breasted congeners.

Habitat & Range

Répartition géographique

Endemic to northern Sumatra in Aceh and North Sumatra provinces. Found in lowland and foothill forest below 1,000 m.

Diet & Feeding

Forages on floor of northern Sumatran montane forests for seeds, invertebrates, and small fruits. Little-studied species.

Statut de conservation

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Son

Chant

Clear, ringing 'wii-OO' whistle heard from Sumatra's foothills; second note drawn out. Poorly known; alarm a short sharp 'kek'. Covey contact maintained by soft, quiet clucks.

Taxonomie

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

Distribution

Tan-breasted Partridge has been recorded in 1 countries.

Présent Not recorded

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Foire aux questions

What does the Tan-breasted Partridge eat?
Forages on floor of northern Sumatran montane forests for seeds, invertebrates, and small fruits. Little-studied species.
Where does the Tan-breasted Partridge live?
Endemic to northern Sumatra in Aceh and North Sumatra provinces. Found in lowland and foothill forest below 1,000 m.
Is the Tan-breasted Partridge endangered?
The Tan-breasted Partridge has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What does the Tan-breasted Partridge sound like?
Clear, ringing 'wii-OO' whistle heard from Sumatra's foothills; second note drawn out. Poorly known; alarm a short sharp 'kek'. Covey contact maintained by soft, quiet clucks.
How big is the Tan-breasted Partridge?
The Tan-breasted Partridge has a wingspan of 28.1 cm, weight of 336.0 g.
What order and family does the Tan-breasted Partridge belong to?
The Tan-breasted Partridge (Arborophila rolli) belongs to the order Galliformes and the family Phasianidae.

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