Scientific Name: Alectoris rufa
Population Estimate: 6M - 13.5M
Range / Habitat: Breeds on farmland and open stony areas in southwestern Europe, in France and Iberia. It has been introduced in parts of England and Wales.
Field Notes: Sandy-brown above, pinkish-buff on the belly, and pale grey on the breast, with a prominent gorget of black streaking, bold rufous and black flank-bars, a cream throat, pink legs, and a red bill and eye ring.
Personal Notes: Seen near Donana National Park, Spain.
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