Black Francolin

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The Black Francolin is a strikingly patterned gamebird; males exhibit glossy black plumage with white cheek patches, while females are more subtly camouflaged. They are well-known for their distinctive, far-carrying calls.

Where to spot

Widespread across parts of Asia, from the Middle East to the Indian subcontinent, inhabiting grasslands, open scrub, agricultural fields, and areas with tall vegetation near water.

How to spot

Listen intently for their loud, clear calls, which are often the primary means of detection. They are ground-dwelling and prefer to run into cover when disturbed, so patience and scanning the edges of dense vegetation from a distance are effective observation methods.

When to spot

Most active and vocal during early mornings and late afternoons, especially throughout the breeding season when males call frequently.

Where to spot

Widespread across parts of Asia, from the Middle East to the Indian subcontinent, inhabiting grasslands, open scrub, agricultural fields, and areas with tall vegetation near water.

How to spot

When to spot

Most active and vocal during early mornings and late afternoons, especially throughout the breeding season when males call frequently.

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The Black Francolin's loud, ringing call, often transliterated as 'I love you, I love you,' is a quintessential sound of its habitat during the breeding season and is easily recognized even by casual observers.

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