Chestnut-necklaced Partridge
Chestnut-necklaced Partridge (<em>Tropicoperdix charltonii</em>) is a species of Pheasants &amp; Allies (<em>Phasianidae</em>) in the order Gamebirds (Chickens, Pheasants…
Overview
Chestnut-necklaced Partridge (Tropicoperdix charltonii) is a species of Pheasants & Allies (Phasianidae) in the order Gamebirds (Chickens, Pheasants and Grouse).
Scientific Classification
Genus: Tropicoperdix; binomial: Tropicoperdix charltonii; authority: (Eyton, 1845).
Distribution
Breeding range: the Oriental Region.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
Change English name of Tropicoperdix charltonii from Scaly-breasted Partridge to Chestnut-necklaced Partridge to conform to current usage for charltoni s.s.
