About the Whyte's Francolin
The Whyte's Francolin (Scleroptila whytei) 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 shefra3 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 whytei |
| Species Codes | shefra3, WHFR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Whyte's Francolin belong to?
The Whyte's Francolin (Scleroptila whytei) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Whyte's Francolin?
The Whyte's 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 Whyte's Francolin sighting?
You can log sightings of Whyte's Francolin on eBird (ebird.org) using species code shefra3, or on iNaturalist.