Arabian Partridge

Alectoris melanocephala

The Arabian partridge is a species of bird in the family Phasianidae, native to the southern Arabian Peninsula. Two subspecies are recognised, A. m. melanocephala and A. m. guichardi. It sometimes hybridises with Philby's partridge and with the rock partridge.

Scientific name

Alectoris melanocephala

Family

Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies

IUCN status

LC