Least ConcernRareOmnivoreForestGround nestMedium · 245 g
About the Madagascar Partridge
The Madagascar partridge is a species of bird in the family Phasianidae. It is widespread across Madagascar. It has been introduced to Réunion and Mauritius.
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Where it lives
Regular range
When to see it
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Peak activity in November · a variable species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Chestnut-bellied PartridgeArborophila javanicaThe chestnut-bellied partridge also known as chestnut-bellied hill-partridge or Javan hill-partridge is a small, up to 28 cm long, partridge with a rufous crown and nape, red legs, grey breast, brown wings, red facial skin, and a black mask, throat and bill.
Mountain Peacock-PheasantPolyplectron inopinatumThe mountain peacock-pheasant, also known as Rothschild's peacock-pheasant or mirror pheasant, is a medium-sized, up to 65 cm long, blackish brown pheasant.
Handsome SpurfowlPternistis nobilisThe handsome spurfowl is a species of bird in the pheasant family Phasianidae.
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