Chinese Francolin
A species of True Francolins Scientific name : Francolinus pintadeanus Genus : True Francolins
Chinese Francolin, A species of True Francolins
Botanical name: Francolinus pintadeanus
Genus: True Francolins
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Description
On average, the length of the bird is 30–34 cm (12–13 in) and it weighs 280–400 g (9.9–14.1 oz). Females are slightly smaller than males.
Size
34 cm
Feeding Habits
Chinese Francolin's diet primarily includes seeds, shoots, and a variety of insects. It forages on the ground, employing an active hunting technique within its terrestrial habitat. Chinese Francolin exhibits a preference for certain seeds, denoting its unique dietary adaptations.
Habitat
The chinese Francolin is typically found in dry, open forests and scrublands, as well as in grasslands adjacent to agricultural areas. This species favors habitats that include low oak scrub in the foothills of the Himalayas, and is also present in grassy clearings in dipterocarp forests situated in undulating terrains. Further, the chinese Francolin is more prevalent in dry regions and has been recorded at elevations up to 1500 meters in Thailand.
Dite type
Omnivorous
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Distribution Area
This species is found in Cambodia, China, India, Laos, Myanmar, Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam. Introduced to Mauritius, the Philippines, Madagascar, United States, Chile and Argentina. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forest and subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest.