Note: Bird migrations and movements can have exceptions due to specific reasons and may change from day to day. Here, I will provide general or generic information on the topic. This information is intended to educate bird enthusiasts by providing fundamental knowledge about Indian birds.
Information of Grey francolin
IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature):
Least Concern
Approximate size(adult):
A medium-sized game bird, about 29–34 cm long. Plumage is grey-brown with fine barring, a rufous face and throat, and a short, rounded tail. Males are slightly larger than females.
Resident/ Migrate from:
Resident species — non-migratory and found year-round in its range.
Migrate to:
— (Non-migratory)
Breeding season:
Typically March to September, varying with rainfall. Nests on the ground, often hidden among grass or bushes, and lays 6–8 eggs.
Breed in:
Open scrublands, dry grasslands, farmlands, and semi-arid regions across the Indian subcontinent.
Habitat:
Common in plains, agricultural fields, scrubby grasslands, and edges of villages. Prefers dry, open terrain with scattered bushes and grass cover.
Diet:
Omnivorous — feeds on seeds, grains, insects, small invertebrates, shoots, and berries. Forages mostly on the ground in small groups or pairs.
