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Mountain Bamboo Partridge

Mountain Bamboo Partridge

Bambusicola fytchii

The Mountain Bamboo Partridge, known scientifically as Bambusicola fytchii, is a bird adorned with a charming mix of browns, cream, and grey plumage. It boasts distinctive black and white eye stripes, while its breast and abdomen are pale with delicate brown speckles.

Identification Tips

When attempting to identify this species, look for the characteristic eye stripes and the speckled underparts. The overall brownish tones blend seamlessly with the bird's natural habitat, providing excellent camouflage.

Habitat

These birds are found in close proximity to water, making their homes in bamboo scrub forests, tall grasslands, and degraded forest areas where bamboo groves are present.

Distribution

The Mountain Bamboo Partridge graces the landscapes of Bangladesh, Tibet, India, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam, where it is a native species.

Behaviour

A creature of habit, the Mountain Bamboo Partridge spends much of its day under the shelter of shrub cover. It ventures into the open during the early morning and late evening to forage. When threatened, it will take flight but quickly seeks refuge back in the cover.

Breeding

The breeding season for these birds spans the summer months, from March to September. They construct a simple nest, a mere dip in the ground lined with grass. The female diligently incubates the eggs for a period of 18 to 19 days. During this time, the male remains nearby, providing food for the female and, once the chicks have hatched, for the young as well.

Diet and Feeding

The Mountain Bamboo Partridge has a penchant for tender, young bamboo shoots and fresh foliage. However, its diet is not limited to these and includes a diverse array of seeds, berries, shoots, and invertebrates.

Conservation status

Currently classified as Least Concern by the IUCN, the Mountain Bamboo Partridge is fairly common throughout its range. Despite this, there are indications of a decline in population numbers. Habitat clearance for agriculture poses a threat, although these birds have been observed adapting to cultivated lands. Hunting also occurs in certain areas within their range.

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