Schlegel's Francolin
Campocolinus schlegelii
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A small Phasianidae francolin (~237 g) of rocky, grassy slopes and wooded savanna in Central and East Africa. Plumage is finely barred and streaked brown. Often found at higher elevations than related species. Feeds on seeds, berries, and small invertebrates. Least Concern; range largely away from intense agricultural pressure.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Berat | 237,0 g | 8.36 oz |
Identifikasi
Bulu
Pale sandy-brown above with darker brown streaking; buff underparts with dark brown barring on flanks; whitish throat; yellowish legs and bill. Sexes similar; one of the smaller West African francolins.
Habitat & Range
Rentang Geografis
Resident of forest-savanna mosaic and gallery forest in West and Central Africa from Sierra Leone to the Central African Republic.
Diet & Feeding
Feeds on seeds and invertebrates in West African savanna and gallery forest edge; poorly studied.
Status Konservasi
Perilaku & Berkembang Biak
Bersarang
Nest type: SC.
Ukuran Sarang
2-5
Suara
Kicauan
Rasping 'krek-krek-KREEK' repeated insistently; W-Central African forest-savanna species. Alarm is rapid harsh cackling. Pairs call in loose duet. Poorly studied relative to congeners.
Taksonomi
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordo | Galliformes (Gamebirds) |
| Famili | Phasianidae (Pheasants & Partridges) |
| Genus | Campocolinus |
| Spesies | Campocolinus schlegelii |
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