Grey-winged Francolin

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Grey-winged Francolin (<em>Scleroptila afra</em>) is a species of Pheasants & Allies (<em>Phasianidae</em>) in the order Gamebirds (Chickens, Pheasants and Grouse).

Overview

Grey-winged Francolin (Scleroptila afra) is a species of Pheasants & Allies (Phasianidae) in the order Gamebirds (Chickens, Pheasants and Grouse).

Scientific Classification

Genus: Scleroptila; binomial: Scleroptila afra; authority: (Latham, 1790).

Distribution

Breeding range: Africa.

Conservation Status

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

Remarks

Correct species name for Grey-winged Francolin is afra, not africana (Wolters 1975; Zoonomen; Penhallurick, World Bird Info).

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