Chinese Bamboo Partridge

Overview

Chinese Bamboo Partridge (Bambusicola thoracicus) is a species of Pheasants & Allies (Phasianidae) in the order Gamebirds (Chickens, Pheasants and Grouse). A small round partridge with a gray chest and chestnut-spotted flanks; runs through bamboo and brush, calling loudly; a familiar game bird of southern China.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Bambusicola; binomial: Bambusicola thoracicus; authority: (Temminck, 1815). Typical size: 28-33cm. Average lifespan: 5-8 years.

Distribution

Breeding range: the Oriental Region.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.