About the Swainson's Spurfowl
Swainson's spurfowl or Swainson's francolin is a species of bird in the family Phasianidae which is native to southern Africa. In the Shona language in Zimbabwe, this bird is called the chikwari or horwe and is considered a delicacy by outdoor and hunting enthusiasts. Swainson's spurfowl was named after William Swainson, an English ornithologist.
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Where it lives
When to see it
Peak activity in November · a resident species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Natal SpurfowlPternistis natalensisThe Natal spurfowl or Natal francolin is a species of bird in the family Phasianidae.
Cape SpurfowlPternistis capensisThe Cape spurfowl is 40–42 cm (16–17 in) in length.
Red-necked SpurfowlPternistis aferThe red-necked spurfowl is 25–38 cm (9.8–15.0 in) in length, with significant size differences between the subspecies.
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