About the Chinese Francolin
The Chinese Francolin (Francolinus pintadeanus) is a species of bird in the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), within the order Galliformes. This family contains 187 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code chifra1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Galliformes |
| Family | Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies (Phasianidae) |
| Species | Francolinus pintadeanus |
| Species Codes | chifra1, CHFR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chinese Francolin belong to?
The Chinese Francolin (Francolinus pintadeanus) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Chinese Francolin?
The Chinese Francolin is a member of the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Chinese Francolin sighting?
You can log sightings of Chinese Francolin on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chifra1, or on iNaturalist.