Clapperton's Spurfowl
NameClapperton's Spurfowl
Common NameClapperton's Spurfowl
Scientific NamePternistis clappertoni
FamilyPhasianidae
Wingspan (cm)50
Length (cm)34
Weight (g)450
Plumage DetailsThe head features prominent bare red skin around the eye and lores, with a dark brown crown. The neck and upper breast are distinctly barred black and white. The body plumage is mottled brown with pale streaks and dark barring, giving a scaly appearance, while the underparts are paler and buffy with dark markings. The bill is red.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalization is a loud, raucous, cackling call, often described as a series of accelerating 'kwa-kwa-kwa' notes that become more excited.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, forest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThis species is found across a broad band of central Africa, extending from eastern Mali and Burkina Faso eastward through Niger, Nigeria, Chad, Central African Republic, Sudan, South Sudan, Ethiopia, and Eritrea.
Identifying FeaturesBare red facial skin around the eye, Finely barred black and white neck and upper breast, Mottled brown body plumage, Red bill
Description
Clapperton's Spurfowl is a medium-sized ground-dwelling bird characterized by its striking bare red facial skin and finely barred black and white neck. It typically forages in open grassy areas and woodlands, often seen in pairs or small groups.
