Arabian Partridge

a.k.a. Arabian Chukar

Alectoris melanocephala

Arabian Partridge
Photo courtesy of Daniel Sörensen

This partridge is found in southern and western Arabia. It generally prefers lower and more vegetated areas.

It feeds in coveys of up to 15 individuals.


Arabian Partridge Links:

Birds of the World

IBC - Internet Bird Collection


Another Arabian partridge
Photo courtesy of Daniel Sörensen


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