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Francolin à front noir

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 (animal)
Phylum
Chordata (Chordates)
Class
Aves (oiseau)
Order
Galliformes (Galliformes)
Family
Phasianidae
Genus
Pternistis
Species
Pternistis atrifrons (Francolin à front noir)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Francolín frentinegro
French Francolin à front noir

Similar Species in Pternistis

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Francolin à bandes grises
Pternistis griseostriatus
Least Concern
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Francolin à bec jaune
Pternistis icterorhynchus
Least Concern
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Francolin à bec rouge
Pternistis adspersus
Least Concern
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Francolin à cou jaune
Pternistis leucoscepus
Least Concern
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Francolin à cou roux
Pternistis castaneicollis
Least Concern
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Francolin à double éperon
Pternistis bicalcaratus
Least Concern
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Francolin à gorge rouge
Pternistis afer
Least Concern
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Francolin à poitrine grise
Pternistis rufopictus
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Francolin à front noir?
The scientific name of Francolin à front noir is Pternistis atrifrons. It belongs to the genus Pternistis.
What is the conservation status of Francolin à front noir?
Francolin à front noir (Pternistis atrifrons) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Francolin à front noir belong to?
Francolin à front noir (Pternistis atrifrons) belongs to the genus Pternistis, which is part of the taxonomic family Phasianidae.
Is Francolin à front noir endangered?
Yes, Francolin à front noir (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 Francolin à front noir belong to?
Francolin à front noir (Pternistis atrifrons) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).
What are the closest relatives of Francolin à front noir?
The closest relatives of Francolin à front noir in the genus Pternistis include Francolin à bandes grises, Francolin à bec jaune, Francolin à bec rouge, Francolin à cou jaune, Francolin à cou roux.

Genus Pternistis — 20 Species

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Francolin à bandes grises
Pternistis griseostriatus
LC 🐾
Francolin à bec jaune
Pternistis icterorhynchus
LC 🐾
Francolin à bec rouge
Pternistis adspersus
LC 🐾
Francolin à cou jaune
Pternistis leucoscepus
LC 🐾
Francolin à cou roux
Pternistis castaneicollis
LC 🐾
Francolin à double éperon
Pternistis bicalcaratus
LC
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Francolin à front noir
Pternistis atrifrons
EN
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Francolin à gorge rouge
Pternistis afer
LC 🐾
Francolin à poitrine grise
Pternistis rufopictus
LC 🐾
Francolin criard
Pternistis capensis
LC 🐾
Francolin d'Ahanta
Pternistis ahantensis
LC 🐾
Francolin de Clapperton
Pternistis clappertoni
LC 🐾
Francolin de Hartlaub
Pternistis hartlaubi
LC 🐾
Francolin de Harwood
Pternistis harwoodi
NT 🐾
Francolin de Hildebrandt
Pternistis hildebrandti
LC 🐾
Francolin de Jackson
Pternistis jacksoni
LC 🐾
Francolin d'Erckel
Pternistis erckelii
LC 🐾
Francolin de Swainson
Pternistis swainsonii
LC 🐾
Francolin de Swierstra
Pternistis swierstrai
EN 🐾
Francolin du Cameroun
Pternistis camerunensis
EN
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