BLACK FRANCOLIN
Description
Scientific name: Francolinus francolinus
It was formerly known as the Black Partridge. It is a famous game bird, heavily hunted and trapped until the recent years, involving large decrease of populations. But now, with better control of hunting pressure in several regions, the Black Francolin is gradually recovering better numbers.
The Black Francolin is the state bird of Haryana, a state in northern India.
Collection
Natural History
Object Type
Bird
Material
Skin with feathers
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Taxidermy
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