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Sumatran Partridge

Arborophila sumatrana

Least Concern
Envergure
28,2 cm
Poids
336,0 g
Famille
Phasianidae
Ordre
Galliformes

The Sumatran Partridge (Arborophila sumatrana) is a bird species in the family Phasianidae (pheasants & partridges), within the order Galliformes (gamebirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 28.2 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 brownish plumage and scaly underparts. Endemic to Sumatra, inhabiting primary and secondary highland forests at 600–2,000 m elevation. Forages on the forest floor for seeds, berries, and invertebrates. Least Concern; Sumatra's mountain forests retain substantial cover in protected areas, supporting stable partridge populations.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Envergure 28,2 cm 11.1 in
Poids 336,0 g 11.85 oz

Identification

Plumage

Dark brown above with buff streaking; throat buff-white; breast grey-brown; flanks grey with white streaks; bare red eye-ring; Sumatran endemic with no bold colour features; cryptic forest floor colouring.

Habitat & Range

Répartition géographique

Endemic to southern Sumatra in Lampung and South Sumatra provinces at 200-1,200 m. Found in lowland and hill forest.

Diet & Feeding

Eats seeds, invertebrates, and small fruits on floor of Sumatran montane forests. Scratches leaf litter in pairs or groups.

Statut de conservation

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Son

Chant

Resonant, slow 'phoo-WHEEE' whistle; Sumatran endemic with soft, slightly mournful tone. Calling bird remains concealed. Alarm note a quick repeated 'kik'; flock contact involves quiet murmuring.

Taxonomie

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

Distribution

Sumatran Partridge has been recorded in 1 countries.

Présent Not recorded

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Foire aux questions

What does the Sumatran Partridge eat?
Eats seeds, invertebrates, and small fruits on floor of Sumatran montane forests. Scratches leaf litter in pairs or groups.
Where does the Sumatran Partridge live?
Endemic to southern Sumatra in Lampung and South Sumatra provinces at 200-1,200 m. Found in lowland and hill forest.
Is the Sumatran Partridge endangered?
The Sumatran Partridge has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What does the Sumatran Partridge sound like?
Resonant, slow 'phoo-WHEEE' whistle; Sumatran endemic with soft, slightly mournful tone. Calling bird remains concealed. Alarm note a quick repeated 'kik'; flock contact involves quiet murmuring.
How big is the Sumatran Partridge?
The Sumatran Partridge has a wingspan of 28.2 cm, weight of 336.0 g.
What order and family does the Sumatran Partridge belong to?
The Sumatran Partridge (Arborophila sumatrana) belongs to the order Galliformes and the family Phasianidae.

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