Friday, October 19, 2018

Red Spurfowls

Scientific Name: Galloperdix spadicea
Habitat: Endemic to India. Forests, Undergrowths
Location: Saralabettu, Manipal
Description: Overall reddish brown. Reddish eyes. Legs have one or two spurs, which give their names.
Location: Saralabettu, Manipal
Call: distinct ker-wick...kerwick... and harsh karr...karrr... notes. 
Feeds on: Seeds, Berries, Mollusc, Insects
Breeding season: January to June, mainly before the rains. 
Nests: Ground Nest. Lays 3-5 eggs.
Location: Saralabettu, Manipal

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