Chinese Francolin

Francolinus pintadeanus

Least Concern

The Chinese Francolin is a ground-dwelling gamebird of China and East Asia. It walks, scratches, and dust-bathes through cover for seeds, shoots, berries, insects, and other small food. Many rely on camouflage, short explosive flight, and seasonal displays by males.

Family

Phasianidae

Group

Grouse, Quail, and Allies

Range

Chinese Francolin Range — Resident or seasonal range in China and East Asia

Population

≈ 2M–20M

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