Overview
Similar barred appearance to the Coqui Francolin, but without the buff head, and instead barred throughout its body.
Taxonomy
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Chordata
- Class
- Bird
- Family
- Phasianidae
- Genus
- Scleroptila
- Species
- afra
Habitat
It mainly inhabits grasslands, steppes, savannas and dry scrubland, but also bright forest and grain fields. It is mostly resident throughout its range.
Diet
Insects, plants, and seeds.
Behavior
Terrestrial.
Hunting
Hunted across its range.
Conservation Status
Listed as Least Concern by IUCN.