Bearded Wood-Partridge
NameBearded Wood-Partridge
Common NameBearded Wood-Partridge
Scientific NameArborophila brunneopectus
FamilyPhasianidae
Wingspan (cm)48
Length (cm)28
Weight (g)315
Plumage DetailsThe plumage features a reddish-brown breast and flanks, mottled brown and black upperparts, and a grey head and neck. It has a distinctive red orbital ring (facial skin) and an orange-red bill and legs. The throat often shows fine streaking, contributing to the 'bearded' name.
Vocalization / CallIts call is typically a series of clear, whistling notes, often accelerating into a trill or a rapid sequence of 'whit-whit-whit' sounds.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in Southeast Asia, including parts of Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia, and southern China.
Identifying Featuresreddish-brown breast, mottled brown back, grey head and neck, red orbital ring, orange-red bill and legs
Description
A medium-sized, ground-dwelling partridge found in dense forest undergrowth. It is characterized by its reddish-brown breast, mottled brown back, and distinctive grey head with red facial skin, often foraging for food on the forest floor.
