Djibouti Spurfowl

Pternistis ochropectus

Critically Endangered

Aves · Galliformes · Phasianidae

About

The Djibouti spurfowl or Djibouti francolin is a bird species in the pheasant family, Phasianidae. It is critically endangered and found only in Djibouti, a nation in the Horn of Africa. This species is grayish-brown overall with white stripes and streaks on its underparts which become finer towards the upperparts. It has black markings on the head and a gray crown and has a short tail. It is 35 cm (1.15 ft) in length, and weighs 940 g (33 oz).

Fun Fact

This bird is only known from two locations in Djibouti, one of which is largely unsurveyed.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in secondary woodland, box-tree woodlands (Buxus hildebrandtii), and acacia woodland (Acacia seyal).

Diet

Feed on berries, seeds, and termites, and it breeds between December and February.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Destruction
Pollution
Invasive Species
Over-Collection
Climate Change