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Grey-breasted Partridge
Arborophila orientalis
Grey-breasted Partridge (Arborophila orientalis) — Gamebirds of South & Southeast Asia.
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The Grey-breasted Partridge (Arborophila orientalis) is a member of the Phasianidae family found in South & Southeast Asia. Adults weigh 336 g. The IUCN Red List lists it as Vulnerable.
Conservation status
IUCN Red List (opens in a new tab)Facing a high risk of extinction in the wild.
Where it fits
- Class Aves
- Order Galliformes
- Family Phasianidae Pheasants & Allies
- Genus Arborophila
- Species orientalis
Quick facts
- Weight
- 336 g
- Diet
- Omnivores
- Family
- Phasianidae
- Order
- Galliformes
- Habitat
- Woodland
How to identify
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Biology & behaviour
Diet
The Grey-breasted Partridge is a omnivore — it takes a broad, omnivorous diet of both plant and animal foods.
Behaviour
A bird of dense forest, it forages mainly on the ground.
Migration
The Grey-breasted Partridge is largely sedentary, staying within its range year-round rather than making regular long-distance migrations.
The Grey-breasted Partridge (Arborophila orientalis) is a member of the Phasianidae family, within the order Galliformes. It occurs naturally across South & Southeast Asia. Its distribution covers OR montane e Java.
It is a large bird. Adults weighs around 336 g, with a wing length of about 14.3 cm and a tail of around 5 cm.
It is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List and is a focus of conservation concern. Vulnerable species face a high risk of extinction in the wild if pressures continue.
Its mapped global range covers an estimated 11,000 km² — a relatively restricted global range.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the Grey-breasted Partridge?
The Grey-breasted Partridge is a large bird that weighs around 336 g.
Where does the Grey-breasted Partridge live?
The Grey-breasted Partridge is found across South & Southeast Asia with a range covering OR montane e Java, where it is typically found in wooded and forested habitats.
What family does the Grey-breasted Partridge belong to?
The Grey-breasted Partridge (Arborophila orientalis) belongs to the Phasianidae family, in the order Galliformes.
What does the Grey-breasted Partridge eat?
The Grey-breasted Partridge is a omnivore — it takes a broad, omnivorous diet of both plant and animal foods.
Does the Grey-breasted Partridge migrate?
The Grey-breasted Partridge is largely sedentary, staying within its range year-round rather than making regular long-distance migrations.
Is the Grey-breasted Partridge endangered?
It is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List and is a focus of conservation concern Vulnerable species face a high risk of extinction in the wild if pressures continue.
How large is the Grey-breasted Partridge's range?
The Grey-breasted Partridge has a mapped global range of about 11,000 km².
Conservation
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