About the Red-winged Francolin
The Red-winged Francolin (Scleroptila levaillantii) is a species of bird in the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), within the order Galliformes. This family contains 187 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code rewfra2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Galliformes |
| Family | Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies (Phasianidae) |
| Species | Scleroptila levaillantii |
| Species Codes | rewfra2, RWFR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-winged Francolin belong to?
The Red-winged Francolin (Scleroptila levaillantii) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Red-winged Francolin?
The Red-winged Francolin is a member of the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Red-winged Francolin sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-winged Francolin on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rewfra2, or on iNaturalist.
