The Black Francolin, Francolinus francolinus, is a gamebird in the pheasant family Phasianidae of the order Galliformes, gallinaceous birds. It was formerly known as the Black Partridge.
Read more about Black Francolin: Identification, Habitat, Breeding and Nesting, Avicultural Data, Flight Pattern, Voice, Range
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