gray partridge

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Perdix perdix

       
Order

Galliformes (Megapodes, Curassows, Pheasants, Quails, and relatives)

Family

Phasianidae (Turkeys, Grouse, Pheasants, and Partridges)

Subfamily

Perdicinae (Partidges, Francolins, and Old World Quail)

Status

Native to Europe and Asia. Introduced.

Habitat

Grassy, weedy fields, agricultural croplands

Food

Waste grain, seeds.

Size

11 to 14

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Identification

 


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Nesting

 


Range

Breeding: Southern quarter and western third of the state

Winter: Southern quarter and western third of the state

Migration:

   
 
Sightings

 

Mound Spring Prairie SNA


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