Description

The "perdiz roja" (Alectoris rufa) of Spain, holds a special place in the hearts of international shot gunners and it is considered one of the most challenging and difficult game bird in the world.

The habitat for the red legged partridge are the rocky hillsides, dry grasslands and cultivated lands. The plumage of both sexes are similar to other members of the genus. This species has a white forehead and a broken black line on the neck and throat which distinguishes them from the other Alectoris species. The flanks are also more barred with brown and buff, mixed with white. The males have small spurs and are slightly larger than the females. The speed and height of the red-legged partridge varies depending on the wind and terrain.

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