Sichuan Partridge

Arborophila rufipectus

Sichuan Partridge (Arborophila rufipectus) — Gamebirds of South & Southeast Asia.

The Sichuan Partridge (Arborophila rufipectus) is a member of the Phasianidae family found in South & Southeast Asia. Adults weigh 400 g. The IUCN Red List lists it as Vulnerable.

Conservation status

IUCN Red List

VU Vulnerable

Facing a high risk of extinction in the wild.

Where it fits

Class Aves
Order Galliformes
Family Phasianidae Pheasants & Allies
Genus Arborophila
Species rufipectus

Where it lives

South-central China

South & Southeast Asia

Quick facts

Weight: 400 g
Diet: Omnivores
Family: Phasianidae
Order: Galliformes
Habitat: Woodland

How to identify

Similar birds

Least Concern

Biology & behaviour

Diet

The Sichuan 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 Sichuan Partridge is largely sedentary, staying within its range year-round rather than making regular long-distance migrations.

The Sichuan Partridge (Arborophila rufipectus) is a species of bird in the Phasianidae family, part of the order Galliformes. It occurs naturally across South & Southeast Asia. Its distribution covers OR sc China.

It is a large bird. Adults weighs around 400 g, with a wing length of about 13.9 cm and a tail of around 6.9 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 7,707 km² — a relatively restricted global range.

Frequently asked questions

How big is the Sichuan Partridge?

The Sichuan Partridge is a large bird that weighs around 400 g.

Where does the Sichuan Partridge live?

The Sichuan Partridge is found across South & Southeast Asia with a range covering OR sc China, where it is typically found in wooded and forested habitats.

What family does the Sichuan Partridge belong to?

The Sichuan Partridge (Arborophila rufipectus) belongs to the Phasianidae family, in the order Galliformes.

What does the Sichuan Partridge eat?

The Sichuan Partridge is a omnivore — it takes a broad, omnivorous diet of both plant and animal foods.

Does the Sichuan Partridge migrate?

The Sichuan Partridge is largely sedentary, staying within its range year-round rather than making regular long-distance migrations.

Is the Sichuan 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 Sichuan Partridge's range?

The Sichuan Partridge has a mapped global range of about 7,707 km².