Red-winged Francolin
Scleroptila levaillantii
Points
15
per confirmed sighting
BirdConservation status: Least ConcernUncommon to spot
birds • Phasianidae
Red-winged Francolin.
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Scleroptila levaillantii
Category
birds
Family
Phasianidae
Size
Body mass: approximately 431 g (EltonTraits).
Points
15 pts
A closer look
Field notes for spotting, identifying and understanding red-winged francolin in its natural range.
Overview
How to identify it
Habitat
EltonTraits foraging-strata profile: ground foraging 100%.
Diet
EltonTraits diet profile: other plant material 60%; invertebrates 40%.
Behaviour
When to look
Not classified as primarily nocturnal in EltonTraits.
Where to see it
South Africa
Eswatini
Lesotho
Malawi
AngolaSafety and etiquette
Observe from a safe distance and never handle or feed wildlife.
Verification and sources
1500 verified species across ten Southern African countries. Spotted an error? Tell us through community guidelines.