Red-billed Spurfowl
Pternistis adspersus
The Red-billed Spurfowl (Pternistis adspersus) is a uncommon partridges, pheasants, grouse, and alli found in 6 countries, weighing about 428 g. The red-billed spurfowl, also known as the red-billed francolin, is a species of bird in the family Phasianidae.
About the Red-billed Spurfowl
The red-billed spurfowl, also known as the red-billed francolin, is a species of bird in the family Phasianidae. It is found in Southern Africa, including Angola, Botswana, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
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Where it lives
When to see it
The Red-billed Spurfowl can be seen all year round, with peak activity in November. It is a resident species across most of its range.
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Quick questions
- What does a Red-billed Spurfowl look like?
- The red-billed spurfowl, also known as the red-billed francolin, is a species of bird in the family Phasianidae.
- How big is a Red-billed Spurfowl?
- The Red-billed Spurfowl is a large sized bird weighing about 428 g.
- Where can you see a Red-billed Spurfowl?
- The Red-billed Spurfowl occurs in 6 countries, including Namibia, Botswana, South Africa, Zimbabwe and Zambia.
- What birds look similar to a Red-billed Spurfowl?
- The Red-billed Spurfowl is most easily confused with the Erckel's Spurfowl, the Red-necked Spurfowl and the Yellow-necked Spurfowl.
- Is the Red-billed Spurfowl endangered?
- The Red-billed Spurfowl is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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