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Crested Francolin

Crested Francolin

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A distinctive francolin known for its prominent crest and often bold behavior. It inhabits drier woodlands and scrubland across parts of sub-Saharan Africa, often seen foraging on the ground.
Where to spot
Found in dry woodlands, acacia scrub, bushveld, and riparian thickets across East and Southern Africa, from Sudan south to South Africa.
How to spot
Look for them foraging on the ground, often in small groups. They can be quite vocal, so listening for their distinctive calls is a good way to locate them, particularly when they are hidden in dense vegetation.
When to spot
Most vocal and active during early morning and late afternoon, often seen foraging along roadsides or clearings.
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File:Crested Francolin (Ortygornis sephaena) (52804595648).jpg
File:Crested Francolin (Ortygornis sephaena) female ... (53098822695).jpg
File:Crested Francolin (Ortygornis sephaena) male ... (53097855297).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Ortygornis sephaena sephaena, Mpumulwana, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Crested Francolin (Ortygornis sephaena) (52804595648).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Crested Francolin (Ortygornis sephaena) female ... (53098822695).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
The Crested Francolin's call is a loud, often accelerating series of cackles, sometimes described as 'cha-cha-chachar,' which is a common sound in its woodland habitat.
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