Stone Partridge
Stone Partridge
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The Stone Partridge is a small, terrestrial bird native to sub-Saharan Africa, known for its preference for rocky and dry habitats. It is a unique member of the New World quail family, despite its Old World distribution.
Where to spot
This species inhabits rocky outcrops, dry scrublands, and open woodlands across a wide band of sub-Saharan Africa, often near inselbergs or hilly terrain.
How to spot
Listen for their distinctive, far-carrying calls, which are often the first clue to their presence. Look for them foraging on the ground, usually in small coveys, blending well with the rocky environment.
When to spot
They are most active and vocal during the early morning and late afternoon, often calling from elevated perches. They can be found year-round in their habitat.
Where to spot
This species inhabits rocky outcrops, dry scrublands, and open woodlands across a wide band of sub-Saharan Africa, often near inselbergs or hilly terrain.
How to spot
Listen for their distinctive, far-carrying calls, which are often the first clue to their presence. Look for them foraging on the ground, usually in small coveys, blending well with the rocky environment.
When to spot
They are most active and vocal during the early morning and late afternoon, often calling from elevated perches. They can be found year-round in their habitat.
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Despite its common name, the Stone Partridge is not a 'true' partridge (Old World Phasianidae) but belongs to the New World quail family (Odontophoridae), making it an outlier in its distribution for its family.
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