Elgon Francolin
Elgon Francolin (<em>Scleroptila elgonensis</em>) is a species of Pheasants &amp; Allies (<em>Phasianidae</em>) in the order Gamebirds (Chickens, Pheasants and Grouse).
Overview
Elgon Francolin (Scleroptila elgonensis) is a species of Pheasants & Allies (Phasianidae) in the order Gamebirds (Chickens, Pheasants and Grouse).
Scientific Classification
Genus: Scleroptila; binomial: Scleroptila elgonensis; authority: (Ogilvie-Grant, 1891).
Distribution
Breeding range: Africa.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
Elgon Francolin Scleroptila elgonensis is split from Moorland Francolin S. psilolaema based on differences in vocalizations and plumage (Hunter et al. 2019; HBW/BirdLife; N. Redman in litt.).
