About the Swainson's Spurfowl
Swainson's spurfowl or Swainson's francolin is a species of bird in the family Phasianidae which is native to southern Africa. In the Shona language in Zimbabwe, this bird is called the chikwari or horwe and is considered a delicacy by outdoor and hunting enthusiasts. Swainson's spurfowl was named after William Swainson, an English ornithologist.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Galliformes |
| Family | Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies (Phasianidae) |
| Species | Pternistis swainsonii |
| Species Codes | swafra2, SWSP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Swainson's Spurfowl belong to?
The Swainson's Spurfowl (Pternistis swainsonii) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Swainson's Spurfowl?
Swainson's spurfowl or Swainson's francolin is a species of bird in the family Phasianidae which is native to southern Africa. In the Shona language in Zimbabwe, this bird is called the chikwari or horwe and is considered a delicacy by outdoor and hunting enthusiasts. Swainson's spurfowl was named a...
Where can I report a Swainson's Spurfowl sighting?
You can log sightings of Swainson's Spurfowl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code swafra2, or on iNaturalist.
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