About the Orange River Francolin
The Orange River Francolin (Scleroptila gutturalis) 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 orrfra2 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 | Scleroptila gutturalis |
| Species Codes | orrfra2, ORFR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Orange River Francolin belong to?
The Orange River Francolin (Scleroptila gutturalis) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Orange River Francolin?
The Orange River 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 Orange River Francolin sighting?
You can log sightings of Orange River Francolin on eBird (ebird.org) using species code orrfra2, or on iNaturalist.