Partridges, Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies
Hainan Partridge
Arborophila ardens
VUVulnerable Endemic to China
- Family
- Partridges, Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies (Phasianidae)
- Order
- Galliformes
Overview
The Hainan partridge (Arborophila ardens) is a species of bird in the family Phasianidae. It is endemic to Hainan Island, China. Its natural habitats are primary evergreen forests. It is threatened by habitat loss and has been assessed as a vulnerable species.
Summary from Wikipedia, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Range and habitat
Montane forest of Hainan (off southern China).
Range description: AviList Global Avian Checklist.
Sources and further reading
- Wikipedia: Hainan partridge
- eBird: sightings, maps and photos
- xeno-canto: sound recordings
- Birds of the World: full species account (subscription)
- BirdLife DataZone: status and threats
- IUCN Red List (threat status)
- AviList global checklist (taxonomy)
Last updated September 29, 2026.
