Scaly-breasted Partridge
NameScaly-breasted Partridge
Common NameScaly-breasted Partridge
Scientific NameArborophila orientalis
FamilyPhasianidae
Wingspan (cm)38
Length (cm)28
Weight (g)300
Plumage DetailsThe upperparts are mottled brown with fine barring, providing excellent camouflage. The head features a prominent white supercilium, a dark eye-line, and a white throat with black scaling. The breast displays a striking pattern of prominent black scaling on a buffy-orange background, giving it its common name. The belly is generally paler.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations typically consist of a series of clear, whistling notes, which often accelerate into a trill or a repeated 'ko-ko-ko' call.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeThis species is endemic to the island of Sumatra, Indonesia, where it inhabits montane and lowland evergreen forests.
Identifying FeaturesDistinctive scaly pattern on throat and breast, White supercilium and dark eye-line, Cryptic mottled brown upperparts, Small, plump, ground-dwelling bird
Description
The Scaly-breasted Partridge is a small, plump ground-dwelling bird characterized by its cryptic brown plumage. It is notable for the distinctive scaly pattern on its throat and breast. This species typically forages quietly on the forest floor, often in pairs or small groups.
