Malayan Partridge
Arborophila campbelli
The Malayan Partridge (Arborophila campbelli) is a rare partridges, pheasants, grouse, and alli found in 2 countries, weighing about 336 g. The Malayan partridge, also known as the Malay partridge, Malaysian partridge, Malay hill partridge or Campbell's partridge, is a bird species in the family Phasianidae.
About the Malayan Partridge
The Malayan partridge, also known as the Malay partridge, Malaysian partridge, Malay hill partridge or Campbell's partridge, is a bird species in the family Phasianidae. It is occasionally classified as a subspecies of the gray-breasted partridge, although most sources classify it as a separate monotypic species. It is relatively reclusive, and is found throughout highland forest habitats in Peninsular Malaysia. This bird primarily inhabits developed forests containing lush undergrowth, and is known to feed on fruits of rattan palms and the creeping plant Pratia begoniaefolia, along with termites and gastropods. It exhibits mottled brown, black, gray and beige coloring, with distinctive…
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How to identify it
This bird is characterized by its mottled olive brown coloration and gray breast. The head is black with white bands, and the eyes are surrounded by red coloration. The legs are often varying shades of red. Most adults measure to about 28 centimeters (11 inches) in length. Females are slightly smaller and possess duller coloration on the head and legs. Juveniles usually possess rufous coloration, with some barring on the breast.
Where it lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in Thailand.
When to see it
The Malayan Partridge can be seen all year round, with peak activity in July. It is a resident species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- How do you identify a Malayan Partridge?
- This bird is characterized by its mottled olive brown coloration and gray breast. Full identification notes are on this page.
- How big is a Malayan Partridge?
- The Malayan Partridge is a large sized bird weighing about 336 g.
- Where can you see a Malayan Partridge?
- The Malayan Partridge occurs in 2 countries, including Malaysia.
- What birds look similar to a Malayan Partridge?
- The Malayan Partridge is most easily confused with the Chestnut-breasted Partridge, the Chestnut-bellied Partridge and the White-cheeked Partridge.
- Is the Malayan Partridge endangered?
- The Malayan Partridge is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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