Alectoris rufa
The red-legged partridge is slightly larger than a grey partridge. They have greyish coloured bodies, chestnut colours on the side of their tails and black stripes on the flank. Throat patches and chins are white, with a contrasting black stripe that borders it.
Red-Legged Partridges are an introduced species here in the UK - from continental Europe - most of these birds can be find in France and Spain, where there are substantial populations.
Their diets consist of roots and seeds.
Do you have a question about this topic that we haven't answered? Submit it below, and one of our experts will answer as soon as they can.
Get the latest BirdFacts delivered straight to your inbox