Sumatran Partridge
Arborophila sumatrana
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<birdfyi-bird slug="arborophila-sumatrana"></birdfyi-bird>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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Sobre
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Envergadura | 28,2 cm | 11.1 in |
| Peso | 336,0 g | 11.85 oz |
Identificação
Plumagem
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
Distribuição geográfica
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.
Estado de conservação
Som
Canto
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.
Taxonomia
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordem | Galliformes (Gamebirds) |
| Família | Phasianidae (Pheasants & Partridges) |
| Genus | Arborophila |
| Espécies | Arborophila sumatrana |
Distribution
Sumatran Partridge has been recorded in 1 countries.
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