partridge

The grey partridge, a symbol of open landscapes and traditional farming practices, is critically endangered and requires urgent conservation measures to ensure its survival. This fact sheet provides a detailed overview of the grey partridge's biology and lifestyle and highlights the importance of its protection and conservation in natural habitats.

With a wingspan of 47 to 52 cm and a weight of 350 to 550 g, the partridge reaches its full size. As an omnivore, the partridge eats seeds, grasses, herbs, leaves, berries, insects, and other invertebrates. Its life expectancy is up to 2 years.

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Profile: partridge

  • Scientific classification

    • Class: Birds (Aves)
    • Order: Galliformes
    • Family: Phasianidae
    • Genus: Perdix
    • Species: P. perdix (partridge)

  • Physical characteristics

    • Size: Body length of 28-32 cm
    • Wingspan: 47-52 cm
    • Weight: 350-550 g
    • Special features: Stocky body, short tail, spotted plumage with brown, grey and white tones, red beak, red legs.

  • Habitat and distribution

    • Common regions: Europe, parts of Asia and North Africa
    • Habitat: Open landscapes such as agricultural areas, pastures, heaths and forest fringes.

  • Nutrition

    • Diet: Omnivorous
    • Typical food: seeds, grasses, herbs, leaves, berries, insects and other invertebrates.

  • Reproduction and lifestyle

    • Breeding season: spring to summer
    • Breeding behaviour: Ground-nesting, lays 10-20 eggs in a shallow hollow
    • Brood care: Females incubate the eggs, males protect the territory
    • Lifestyle: Social in loose groups, often in pairs or family groups.

  • Lifespan and protection status

    • Life expectancy: Up to 2 years in the wild
    • Endangered status: Critically endangered due to habitat loss, agricultural intensification and hunting.
    • Conservation measures: preservation and protection of habitats, targeted promotion of extensive agricultural practices.

  • This is how big the grey partridge really is

    • Partridge (hen): 47 × 22 cm
    • Partridge (cock): 25 × 30 cm

    Dimensions of the life-size standees (width × height), printed in a 1:1 scale.

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