Djibouti Spurfowl
Pternistis ochropectus
Conservation Status
Critically EndangeredAves · 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