Philby's Partridge
A species of Rock partridges Scientific name : Alectoris philbyi Genus : Rock partridges
Philby's Partridge, A species of Rock partridges
Botanical name: Alectoris philbyi
Genus: Rock partridges
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Description
Philby's partridge is similar in appearance to the chukar partridge and has greyish-brown plumage with the flanks boldly banded in black and pale buff. It differs from that species in having black cheeks and throat, and a thin white line separates this from the greyish-blue head and nape. The beak and legs are pink. 
Size
36 cm
General Info
Behavior
Philby's partridge is a ground-dwelling bird. It feeds on seeds, other plant material and small invertebrates. The breeding season lasts from April to June and a clutch of five to eight eggs is laid in a nest on the ground. The eggs are pale buff flecked with pink and are incubated for around 25 days.
Distribution Area
Philby's partridge is found in Saudi Arabia and Yemen. It lives on rocky slopes and scantily vegetated land, usually at altitudes between 4,500 and 9,000 feet (1,400 and 2,700 m).
Scientific Classification
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