About the Painted Francolin
The Painted Francolin (Francolinus pictus) 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 paifra1 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 pictus |
| Species Codes | paifra1, PAFR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Painted Francolin belong to?
The Painted Francolin (Francolinus pictus) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Painted Francolin?
The Painted 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 Painted Francolin sighting?
You can log sightings of Painted Francolin on eBird (ebird.org) using species code paifra1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies 187 species
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