partridge

The grey partridge, a symbol of open landscapes and traditional farming practices, is critically endangered and requires urgent conservation measures to ensure its survival. This fact sheet provides a detailed overview of the grey partridge's biology and lifestyle and highlights the importance of its protection and conservation in natural habitats.

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Profile: partridge

  • Scientific classification

    • Class: Birds (Aves)
    • Order: Galliformes
    • Family: Phasianidae
    • Genus: Perdix
    • Species: P. perdix (partridge)

  • Physical characteristics

    • Size: Body length of 28-32 cm
    • Wingspan: 47-52 cm
    • Weight: 350-550 g
    • Special features: Stocky body, short tail, spotted plumage with brown, grey and white tones, red beak, red legs.

  • Habitat and distribution

    • Common regions: Europe, parts of Asia and North Africa
    • Habitat: Open landscapes such as agricultural areas, pastures, heaths and forest fringes.

  • Nutrition

    • Diet: Omnivorous
    • Typical food: seeds, grasses, herbs, leaves, berries, insects and other invertebrates.

  • Reproduction and lifestyle

    • Breeding season: spring to summer
    • Breeding behaviour: Ground-nesting, lays 10-20 eggs in a shallow hollow
    • Brood care: Females incubate the eggs, males protect the territory
    • Lifestyle: Social in loose groups, often in pairs or family groups.

  • Lifespan and protection status

    • Life expectancy: Up to 2 years in the wild
    • Endangered status: Critically endangered due to habitat loss, agricultural intensification and hunting.
    • Conservation measures: preservation and protection of habitats, targeted promotion of extensive agricultural practices.