Gray Francolin

Ortygornis pondicerianus

Least Concern

The Gray Francolin is a ground-dwelling gamebird of the Indian subcontinent. 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

Gray Francolin Range — Resident or seasonal range in the Indian subcontinent

Population

≈ 2M–20M

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