Snow Partridge
Snow Partridge (<em>Lerwa lerwa</em>) is a species of Pheasants &amp; Allies (<em>Phasianidae</em>) in the order Gamebirds (Chickens, Pheasants and Grouse).
Overview
Snow Partridge (Lerwa lerwa) is a species of Pheasants & Allies (Phasianidae) in the order Gamebirds (Chickens, Pheasants and Grouse).
Scientific Classification
Genus: Lerwa; binomial: Lerwa lerwa; authority: (Hodgson, 1833).
Distribution
Breeding range: the Palearctic.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
Includes major and callipygia; clinal, so treat as monotypic (McGowan 1994; Madge & McGowan 2002).
