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Safari Tip:
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Latin name: Alectoris rufa
Size: Approximately 32-34cms
Distribution: Found in many lowland areas of the UK.
Months seen: All year round
Food: Seeds, shoots, and insects.
Habitat: Meadows, farmland and heathland
Special features: This species was introduced to the UK for shooting,
but is an unpopular game bird since it is reluctant to fly.
The red legs are just one distinguishing feature of this colourful bird. It also
has a red beak, black eye stripes, white cheeks, a black necklace and beautiful
black and bronze scalloped markings on the flanks.
UK Safari Bird Section
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