2,406 observationsLeast Concern
Crested Francolin
Ortygornis sephaena
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia βΊPhylum: Chordata βΊClass: Aves βΊOrder: Galliformes βΊFamily: Phasianidae βΊGenus: Ortygornis
About
The crested francolin (Ortygornis sephaena) is a species of bird in the family Phasianidae. It is found in southern Africa. One of its subspecies, Ortygornis sephaena rovuma, is sometimes considered a separate species, Kirk's francolin.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Crested Francolin is Ortygornis sephaena.
- The Crested Francolin has a conservation status of Least Concern.
- Crested Francolin belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Crested Francolin belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Crested Francolin belongs to the class Aves.
- Crested Francolin belongs to the order Galliformes.
- Crested Francolin belongs to the family Phasianidae.
- Crested Francolin belongs to the genus Ortygornis.