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Cape Spurfowl

Cape Spurfowl

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1 year ago door Oskar Bakker
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The Cape Spurfowl is a medium-sized spurfowl endemic to the southwestern parts of South Africa. It is recognized by its streaky plumage and distinctive red facial skin.
Where to spot
Endemic to the Western and Eastern Cape regions of South Africa, inhabiting fynbos, coastal scrub, farmlands, and even suburban gardens.
How to spot
Listen for its harsh, grating call. Look along road verges or in open areas adjacent to dense cover, as they often venture out to feed.
When to spot
Frequently seen foraging in the early morning and late afternoon, often near the edges of dense vegetation.
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File:Cape Francolin (Pternistis capensis) (51608155789).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cape Spurfowl (Pternistis capensis) (45469402915).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Pternistis capensis00.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Pternistis capensis - bdhimes - 571455426.jpeg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Despite its somewhat bulky appearance, the Cape Spurfowl is remarkably agile, capable of darting quickly through dense fynbos vegetation to evade predators.
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Oskar Bakker
Oskar Bakker
1 year ago
Cape Spurfowl
Garden Route District Municipality, West...
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