Alternative name: Severtzov's Grouse
- Bonasa sewerzowi
Identification
34cm. Rufous upperparts with broad black bars, chestnut upper breast, black throat bordered white, white patch behind eye, barred tail.
Distribution
Central and south-west China and eastern Tibet.
Taxonomy
There are 2 subspecies.
Habitat
Birch and coniferous mountain forest.
Behaviour
They build a nest from moss and grass; 5-8 white eggs are laid.
The diet includes spruce seeds, buds, leaves, flowers, and shoots.
References
ARKive