About the Arabian Partridge
The Arabian partridge is a species of bird in the family Phasianidae, native to the southern Arabian Peninsula. Two subspecies are recognised, A. m. melanocephala and A. m. guichardi. It sometimes hybridises with Philby's partridge and with the rock partridge.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Galliformes |
| Family | Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies (Phasianidae) |
| Species | Alectoris melanocephala |
| Species Codes | arapar1, ARPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Arabian Partridge belong to?
The Arabian Partridge (Alectoris melanocephala) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Arabian Partridge?
The Arabian partridge is a species of bird in the family Phasianidae, native to the southern Arabian Peninsula. Two subspecies are recognised, A. m. melanocephala and A. m. guichardi. It sometimes hybridises with Philby's partridge and with the rock partridge....
Where can I report a Arabian Partridge sighting?
You can log sightings of Arabian Partridge on eBird (ebird.org) using species code arapar1, or on iNaturalist.
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