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Sumatran Partridge

Arborophila sumatrana

Least Concern
Rentang Sayap
28,2 cm
Berat
336,0 g
Famili
Phasianidae
Ordo
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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Tentang

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
Rentang Sayap 28,2 cm 11.1 in
Berat 336,0 g 11.85 oz

Identifikasi

Bulu

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

Rentang Geografis

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.

Status Konservasi

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Suara

Kicauan

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.

Taksonomi

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordo Galliformes (Gamebirds)
Famili Phasianidae (Pheasants & Partridges)
Genus Arborophila
Spesies Arborophila sumatrana

Distribution

Sumatran Partridge has been recorded in 1 countries.

Hadir Not recorded

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Pertanyaan yang Sering Diajukan

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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