Hawaiian Birds: Erckel's Francolin

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Name: Erckel's Francolin Erckel's francolin
Did you know? A type of partridge, Erckel's Francolin was introduced to Hawaii in 1957 for the purpose of hunting. It has a distinctive read patch of feathers on its head. This small game bird is native to northern Africa where it is threatened.