Tropicoperdix chloropus
The Green-legged Partridge is a medium-sized ground bird with distinctive brown and buff plumage. Its upperparts are rich brown, while the underparts are buff with black scalloping, creating a scaly appearance. The head features a rufous crown and white throat.
Both sexes look similar, with no significant seasonal plumage changes. Juveniles resemble adults but have less defined scalloping on their underparts and duller overall colouration.
Length
28cm to 30cm
Wingspan
40cm to 45cm
Weight
250g to 350g
Males and females have similar plumage
Primary Colour
Brown Buff
Secondary Colour
Black White
Beak Colour
Grey
Leg Colour
Green
Woodland
Garden
Wetland
Coastal
Urban
Farmland
Grassland
Desert
Tundra
Rainforest
Mountain
Savanna
Green-legged Partridges inhabit tropical and subtropical evergreen forests, preferring areas with dense undergrowth. They are found in Southeast Asia, including parts of Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and southern China.
These birds are year-round residents in their range, showing no significant seasonal movements.
Up to 1,400 meters
Tropical, Subtropical
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