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Collared Partridge

Arborophila gingica

Near Threatened
翼開長
27.6 cm
体重
286.5 g
Phasianidae
Galliformes

The Collared Partridge (Arborophila gingica) is a bird species in the family Phasianidae (pheasants & partridges), within the order Galliformes (gamebirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 27.6 cm and a weight of 286.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.

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について

A medium-sized partridge (~285 g) of family Phasianidae, with a white collar and spotted brown plumage. Endemic to subtropical mountain forests in southeastern China (Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, and Hainan). Forages on the forest floor for seeds and invertebrates. Near Threatened; facing significant pressure from deforestation of lowland forest in southeastern China and hunting.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
翼開長 27.6 cm 10.9 in
体重 286.5 g 10.11 oz

識別

羽毛

Brown above; white throat bordered by black collar band; grey breast with rufous streaking; flanks chestnut streaked white; bare red eye-ring; bold black collar below white throat is the key marking.

Habitat & Range

分布域

Endemic to southeastern China in Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, and Zhejiang at 200-1,500 m. Found in subtropical forest.

Diet & Feeding

Eats seeds, invertebrates, and small fruits on floor of southern Chinese hill forests. Scratches leaf litter in pairs.

保全状況

Near Threatened
IUCN Red List

行動と繁殖

一腹卵数

5-7

鳴き声

さえずり

Melodic, slightly plaintive 'cu-WEE' whistle repeated at regular intervals from Chinese forest; carries well. Pairs often call in near-synchrony at dawn. Alarm note is an abrupt sharp 'kip'.

分類学

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Galliformes (Gamebirds)
Phasianidae (Pheasants & Partridges)
Genus Arborophila
Arborophila gingica

Distribution

Collared Partridge has been recorded in 1 countries.

生息あり Not recorded

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よくある質問

What does the Collared Partridge eat?
Eats seeds, invertebrates, and small fruits on floor of southern Chinese hill forests. Scratches leaf litter in pairs.
Where does the Collared Partridge live?
Endemic to southeastern China in Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, and Zhejiang at 200-1,500 m. Found in subtropical forest.
Is the Collared Partridge endangered?
The Collared Partridge has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
What does the Collared Partridge sound like?
Melodic, slightly plaintive 'cu-WEE' whistle repeated at regular intervals from Chinese forest; carries well. Pairs often call in near-synchrony at dawn. Alarm note is an abrupt sharp 'kip'.
How big is the Collared Partridge?
The Collared Partridge has a wingspan of 27.6 cm, weight of 286.5 g.
What order and family does the Collared Partridge belong to?
The Collared Partridge (Arborophila gingica) belongs to the order Galliformes and the family Phasianidae.

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