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Black-fronted Francolin

Pternistis atrifrons

Endangered

About

The Black-fronted Francolin (Pternistis atrifrons) is a species in the genus Pternistis. It is currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (Tier)
Phylum
Chordata (Chordatiere)
Class
Aves (Vögel)
Order
Galliformes (Hühnervögel)
Family
Phasianidae
Genus
Pternistis
Species
Pternistis atrifrons (Black-fronted Francolin)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Francolín frentinegro
French Francolin à front noir

Similar Species in Pternistis

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Ahantafrankolin
Pternistis ahantensis
Least Concern
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Braunnackenfrankolin
Pternistis castaneicollis
Least Concern
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Clappertonfrankolin
Pternistis clappertoni
Least Concern
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Doppelspornfrankolin
Pternistis bicalcaratus
Least Concern
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Edelfrankolin
Pternistis nobilis
Least Concern
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Erckelfrankolin
Pternistis erckelii
Least Concern
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Gelbkehlfrankolin
Pternistis leucoscepus
Least Concern
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Gelbschnabelfrankolin
Pternistis icterorhynchus
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Black-fronted Francolin?
The scientific name of Black-fronted Francolin is Pternistis atrifrons. It belongs to the genus Pternistis.
What is the conservation status of Black-fronted Francolin?
Black-fronted Francolin (Pternistis atrifrons) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Black-fronted Francolin belong to?
Black-fronted Francolin (Pternistis atrifrons) belongs to the genus Pternistis, which is part of the taxonomic family Phasianidae.
Is Black-fronted Francolin endangered?
Yes, Black-fronted Francolin (Pternistis atrifrons) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Black-fronted Francolin belong to?
Black-fronted Francolin (Pternistis atrifrons) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).
What are the closest relatives of Black-fronted Francolin?
The closest relatives of Black-fronted Francolin in the genus Pternistis include Ahantafrankolin, Braunnackenfrankolin, Clappertonfrankolin, Doppelspornfrankolin, Edelfrankolin.

Genus Pternistis — 20 Species

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Ahantafrankolin
Pternistis ahantensis
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Braunnackenfrankolin
Pternistis castaneicollis
LC 🐾
Clappertonfrankolin
Pternistis clappertoni
LC 🐾
Doppelspornfrankolin
Pternistis bicalcaratus
LC 🐾
Edelfrankolin
Pternistis nobilis
LC 🐾
Erckelfrankolin
Pternistis erckelii
LC 🐾
Gelbkehlfrankolin
Pternistis leucoscepus
LC 🐾
Gelbschnabelfrankolin
Pternistis icterorhynchus
LC 🐾
Graubrustfrankolin
Pternistis rufopictus
LC 🐾
Graustreifenfrankolin
Pternistis griseostriatus
LC 🐾
Hartlaubfrankolin
Pternistis hartlaubi
LC 🐾
Harwoodfrankolin
Pternistis harwoodi
NT 🐾
Hildebrandtfrankolin
Pternistis hildebrandti
LC 🐾
Jacksonfrankolin
Pternistis jacksoni
LC 🐾
Kamerunfrankolin
Pternistis camerunensis
EN 🐾
Kapfrankolin
Pternistis capensis
LC 🐾
Natalfrankolin
Pternistis natalensis
LC 🐾
Rotkehlfrankolin
Pternistis afer
LC 🐾
Rotschnabelfrankolin
Pternistis adspersus
LC 🐾
Schuppenfrankolin
Pternistis squamatus
LC
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