koroptev hnědoprsá Arborophila rufipectus

A rare and retiring partridge of mixed forest, found only in the south-central portion of China’s Sichuan province. If seen well, combination of orange cheek patch, striped white throat, and broad maroon chest band is diagnostic. Forms small flocks during the nonbreeding season, like many other related species. Duets loudly at dawn and dusk.