Scaly-breasted Partridge
A species of Hill Partridges and Green-legged Partridges Scientific name : Tropicoperdix chloropus Genus : Hill Partridges and Green-legged Partridges
Scaly-breasted Partridge, A species of Hill Partridges and Green-legged Partridges
Botanical name: Tropicoperdix chloropus
Genus: Hill Partridges and Green-legged Partridges
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Description
Photo By Charley Hesse TROPICAL BIRDING
Description
The green-legged partridge (Tropicoperdix chloropus), also known as the scaly-breasted partridge or green-legged hill-partridge, is a bird species in the family Phasianidae. It is found in forest in Indochina, ranging slightly into southernmost China (Yunnan). The Vietnam partridge is now usually considered a subspecies.
Size
30 cm
Habitat
The scaly-breasted Partridge is typically found in dense primary evergreen forests, mixed deciduous forests, and bamboo patches. It can also inhabit secondary forests. The species favors forested environments, frequently utilizing the cover of understory vegetation and forest floor.
Dite type
Omnivorous
Photo By Charley Hesse TROPICAL BIRDING