Scaly Spurfowl
Scaly Spurfowl
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The Scaly Spurfowl is a distinctive species found in the forests and woodlands of Central Africa. It gets its name from the unique scaled appearance on its underparts.
Where to spot
Found in dense primary and secondary forests, woodlands, and plantations across central and eastern Africa, from Cameroon to Uganda and Kenya.
How to spot
They are often shy and elusive, best located by listening for their loud, cackling calls from within dense vegetation. Patience and stealth are required for a sighting.
When to spot
Primarily active in the early morning and late afternoon when foraging, often staying within dense cover.
Where to spot
Found in dense primary and secondary forests, woodlands, and plantations across central and eastern Africa, from Cameroon to Uganda and Kenya.
How to spot
They are often shy and elusive, best located by listening for their loud, cackling calls from within dense vegetation. Patience and stealth are required for a sighting.
When to spot
Primarily active in the early morning and late afternoon when foraging, often staying within dense cover.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
The 'scaling' pattern on its breast and belly provides exceptional camouflage, allowing it to blend almost perfectly with the leaf litter and dappled light of its forest environment.
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