Chukar

Alectoris chukar

Least Concern

The Chukar is a ground-dwelling gamebird of Caucasus, Middle Eastern, and Central Asian rocky drylands. 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

Chukar Range — Resident or seasonal range in Caucasus, Middle Eastern, and Central Asian rocky drylands

Population

≈ 2M–20M

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