Chinese Bamboo-Partridge

Bambusicola thoracicus

Least Concern

Aves · Galliformes · Phasianidae

About

The Chinese bamboo partridge is a small Galliform bird. It is one of three species in the genus Bambusicola, along with the mountain bamboo partridge of the Himalayas, and the Taiwan bamboo partridge of Taiwan. Chinese bamboo partridge is a monotypic species.

Fun Fact

This is an unusual behaviour, recorded only in the unrelated koklass.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in warm forests and grasslands and is not entirely dependent on bamboo, despite its name.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance