Finsch's Francolin
Scleroptila finschi
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Sobre
A large Phasianidae francolin (~570 g) of arid and semi-arid rocky hillsides in southwestern Africa. Pale grey-brown with bold chestnut-streaked flanks. Pairs or small groups forage for seeds, roots, and invertebrates. Tolerates harsh dry conditions; locally common in Namibia and Angola. Least Concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergadura | 32,5 cm | 12.8 in |
| Peso | 570,0 g | 20.11 oz |
Identificação
Plumagem
Pale greyish-brown above with buff streaking; white underparts with heavy black streaking throughout; white supercilium; white throat; rufous primaries visible in flight; red legs. Larger Scleroptila species.
Habitat & Range
Distribuição geográfica
Resident of montane grassland and rocky hillsides in Angola (Serra da Chela and related escarpments); highly restricted range.
Diet & Feeding
Feeds on seeds, roots, invertebrates, and plant material in southern African savanna grassland.
Estado de conservação
Comportamento e reprodução
Tamanho da postura
5
Som
Canto
Harsh, insistent 'kree-kree-KREEK' calls from W African rocky terrain; larger and slightly deeper than related francolins. Alarm is rapid loud cackling. Contact calls soft low clucks between birds.
Taxonomia
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordem | Galliformes (Gamebirds) |
| Família | Phasianidae (Pheasants & Partridges) |
| Genus | Scleroptila |
| Espécies | Scleroptila finschi |
Distribution
Finsch's Francolin has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Phasianidae family