Buff-throated Monal-Partridge
Tetraophasis szechenyii
Least ConcernAves · Galliformes · Phasianidae
About
Buff-throated monal-partridge, also known as buff-throated partridge or Szechenyi's monal-partridge, is a member of the family Phasianidae in the order Galliformes. It is endemic to western China.
Fun Fact
During incubation, the breeding female will incubate eggs exclusively away from the rest of the group, while the breeding male and helpers will either spend their time foraging or guarding the area around the nest.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Live in mixed coniferous forest, rhododendron shrubs, oak thickets, alpine meadows, and rocky ravines.
Diet
Diet consists mainly of leaves, roots, stems, bulbs, fruits and seeds of various herbs and scrubs, as well as some moss and in some areas near local monasteries, the residing monks sometimes feed them rice and corn.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance