The Grey Francolin is a medium-sized Francolin, with males averaging around 30 cm and females being a little smaller, it is barred throughout and the face is pale with a thin, black border to the pale throat.
The Grey Francolin is a ground dwelling bird and is normally found in bare or low grass-covered areas of scrub and open country. The Grey Francolin is widespread in south Asia. The majority of times I saw this birds in India, they were feeding in the vegetation by the sides of roads. Of course, those observations are biased by the fact we spent a lot of time birding from vehicles! But it was clear that this species seemed to like open, sparse areas.
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ReplyDeleteThey are rather cutesome, I think! lovely shots, as we know and love from you Stewart. YAM xx
Beautiful photos of this pretty bird.
ReplyDeleteA very magnificent bird. Your photos are excellent.
ReplyDeleteThat's a new one on me. Sort of reminds me of a quail
ReplyDeleteDear Stewart, you're right, the bird does resemble a partridge – that was my first thought too. You took some fantastic photos of the Grey Francolin.
ReplyDeleteAll the best from Austria, Traude
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Not familliar with this bird. Gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful bird, well captured
ReplyDeleteA great bird to have seen It is amazing how it blends into its surroundings. Thanks for hosting and commenting. I hope you havae a lovely week ahead.
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